Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will learn and identify three key classroom behavior expectations—Listening Ears, Respectful Words, Hands to Self—and practice sorting examples of expected vs. unexpected behaviors.
Clear behavior expectations create a predictable, supportive environment that helps special needs students feel safe and succeed. Reinforcing these skills in a small group sets the foundation for positive classroom interactions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Expectations
4 minutes
Step 3
Main Activity – Sorting Behaviors
7 minutes
Step 4
Closure and Reinforcement
2 minutes
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will practice and demonstrate the three classroom behavior expectations—Listening Ears, Respectful Words, and Hands to Self—through guided role-play scenarios and reflection.
Role-playing expectations in realistic situations helps special needs students generalize skills, boosts confidence in social interactions, and reinforces positive behavior through active practice.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Role-Play Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up and Review
2 minutes
Step 2
Main Activity – Paired Role-Play
8 minutes
Step 3
Closure and Reflection
5 minutes
Activity
