Curated and Reviewed by
Lesson Planet
This Finding the Positive lesson plan also includes:
To instill the importance of a positive classroom community small groups create a collage out of magazine clippings that highlight three characteristics of self-awareness. Written examples accompany the finished product. Groups turn in their collages then reflect on two questions in a journal.
4 Views
4 Downloads
CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
Additional Tags
Instructional Ideas
- Pose reflection questions on a classroom blog—direct pupils to answer each question using complete sentences and reply to at least one peer
- Brainstorm and assign other roles within cooperative learning groups
- Create an anchor chart that defines self-awareness, display it alongside collages
Classroom Considerations
- Preview magazine to confirm the material is appropriate before allowing class members to browse them
- The first of three lessons that focus on positive thinking
- The plan indicates a counselor leads the lesson; however, a classroom teacher can also
Pros
- An opening character catches learners' attention
- Participants work in cooperative learning groups and make use of jobs
Cons
- None