Debra Frias

In this lesson, students will explore the roles of various community helpers through storytelling and role-playing activities. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the contributions of different individuals in their community, fostering appreciation and awareness of societal roles.

This lesson helps students identify the skills required for various jobs through active learning strategies. By engaging in discussions, activities, and assessments, students will gain a better understanding of the skills needed in the workforce. This lesson is crucial for preparing students for future employment by enhancing their awareness of job requirements and personal skill development.

In this lesson, students will participate in a Gratitude Scavenger Hunt where they will seek out objects or memories they are grateful for. This activity will be followed by a group discussion to share their findings. The lesson aims to foster gratitude and positive thinking, helping students to appreciate the positive aspects of their lives and develop a sense of thankfulness.

This lesson involves a simple indoor 'empathy walk' where students read or listen to short scenarios and step 'into the shoes' of different characters. This activity is designed to promote empathy and understanding of diverse experiences, enhancing social awareness during the holiday season. It helps students develop social-emotional skills by encouraging them to consider perspectives different from their own.

In this lesson, students will create collage artworks that represent their feelings about the current season using elements from nature and recycled materials. This activity encourages creativity and personal reflection, allowing students to express their emotions through art. It helps develop fine motor skills, artistic expression, and emotional awareness.

In this lesson, students will learn to recognize and express their emotions by creating 'emotional weather reports.' This creative exercise encourages self-reflection and allows students to articulate their feelings metaphorically, promoting emotional literacy. By using weather as a metaphor, students can explore and communicate their emotions in a safe and imaginative way, enhancing their emotional awareness and expression skills.