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Caution: Thin Ice! Lesson PlanCaution: Thin Ice! Lesson Plan
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Missouri Department of Elementary
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6th
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Health
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Caution: Thin Ice!

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Sixth graders listen to a story titled "Thin Ice!" then partake in a whole-class discussion asking and answering questions about what was read. Scholars brainstorm risky behaviors in preparation for a game of RISKO—a game similar to BINGO. Learners compose a brief narrative describing their new-found knowledge about risky behaviors.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

safety, risks, behavior, responsible decision-making, responsibility, social-emotional learning, self-awareness, drugs, alcohol use, peer pressure, internet safety, drinking and driving, safe sex

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Brainstorm ways class members can stop risky behavior from occurring
  • Discuss peer pressure and the importance of not falling into it by staying strong and standing up for one's self
  • Invite the principal to speak to the class about the consequences of risky behaviors

Classroom Considerations

  • The first of three lessons focus on responsible decision-making
  • The lesson may be conducted by a teacher or counselor

Pros

  • Encourages pupils to make smart decisions that keep them safe
  • Provides writing, speaking, and listening practice

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RL.6.1 W.6.4 SL.6.6

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