Lesson Plan:
Being a Good Citizen K-3
Lesson Outline
Arnie calls in for help with his report on being a good citizen. Sami explains that being a good citizen isn’t just about following rules—it’s about helping others, making good choices, and earning trust.
Duration: 20 minutes
Includes 10 mins. exercise + 2 minute cooldown.
Learning Objectives:
– Students will understand what it means to be a good citizen and why it is important in school, at home, and in their community.
– Students will explore how their everyday actions—such as helping others, following rules, and making responsible choices—contribute to the well-being of those around them.
– Students will recognize that being a good citizen builds trust and respect and creates a positive environment where people feel safe and supported.
– Students will reflect on ways they can demonstrate good citizenship in their daily lives by practicing empathy, responsibility, and kindness.
**Keywords:** good citizenship, responsibility, trust, respect, empathy, helping others, making good choices, safety, positive behavior, community well-being, social awareness, personal responsibility, decision-making, role modeling, respect for others, inclusion, fairness, teamwork, civic values, kindness, school community.
Lesson Plan:
Being a Good Citizen 4-6
Lesson Outline
Zoey calls in for help with her article on being a good citizen. Sami explains that being a good citizen isn’t just about following rules—it’s about helping others, making good choices, and earning trust.
Duration: 20 minutes
Includes 10 mins. exercise + 2 minute cooldown.
Learning Objectives:
– Students will understand what it means to be a good citizen and why it is important in school, at home, and in their community.
– Students will explore how their everyday actions—such as helping others, following rules, and making responsible choices—contribute to the well-being of those around them.
– Students will recognize that being a good citizen builds trust and respect and creates a positive environment where people feel safe and supported.
– Students will reflect on ways they can demonstrate good citizenship in their daily lives by practicing empathy, responsibility, and kindness.
**Keywords:** good citizenship, responsibility, trust, respect, empathy, helping others, making good choices, safety, positive behavior, community well-being, social awareness, personal responsibility, decision-making, role modeling, respect for others, inclusion, fairness, teamwork, civic values, kindness, school community.