Tree and Branches
Overview
In this lesson, students will recognize and celebrate their differences and diversity within their classroom community by creating a classroom tree to display. Additionally, they will discuss the importance of inclusivity and acceptance.
Lesson Overview
Introduction
In this lesson, students will recognize and celebrate their differences and diversity within their classroom community by creating a classroom tree to display. Additionally, they will discuss the importance of inclusivity and acceptance.
Grades K – 3
Themes
- Inclusion
- Belonging
- Respectfulness
- Kindness
- Acceptance
Objectives
During this lesson, students will:
- Explore similarities and differences among the classroom community
- Recognize the importance of demonstrating inclusion and acceptance of others
Essential Questioning
Students should be able to answer these questions by the end of this lesson:
- How can I demonstrate inclusion and acceptance of others?
- What makes me unique and special?
Indiana Academic Standards
INSS.ELA – K.SL.1
- Listen actively and communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes.
INSS.ELA – 1.SL.1
- Listen actively and adjust the use of spoken language (e.g., vocabulary) to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes.
INSS.ELA – 2.SL.1
- Listen actively and adjust the use of spoken language (e.g., conventions, vocabulary) to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes.
INSS.ELA – 3-4.SL.1
- Listen actively and adjust the use of spoken language (e.g., conventions, style, vocabulary) to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes.
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