Lesson Plan
Behavior Detectives
Students will become “Behavior Detectives” by identifying and sorting expected versus unexpected behaviors in classroom and playground scenarios, and will explain their reasoning to support positive interactions.
Building foundational social skills helps kindergarteners develop self-awareness, fosters a respectful classroom culture, and encourages positive peer interactions by clarifying what behaviors keep everyone safe and happy.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare and Review Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Behavior Detectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Think-Pair-Share
5 minutes
Step 3
Sorting Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Group Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Behavior Detectives
Today’s Mission
Expected Behaviors
Unexpected Behaviors
Scenario: What’s Happening?
Think-Pair-Share
Sorting Activity
Group Discussion
Reflection & Closing
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
