Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
By the end of this session, students will understand the difference between tattling and reporting, define each term, and identify examples through discussion and role-play.
Understanding tattling vs reporting helps students develop self-regulation, respect peers’ boundaries, and know when to seek help for safety rather than just to get someone in trouble.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Tattling vs Reporting
5 minutes
Step 2
Define and Model Terms
5 minutes
Step 3
Read-Aloud Story
5 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Practice
3 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet & Assessment
2 minutes
Reading
Worksheet
Quiz
Session 1 Quiz
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
By the end of this session, students will recognize when peers are experiencing big feelings and learn empathetic responses while respecting personal boundaries.
Teaching empathy and boundaries helps students support peers appropriately, reduces intrusive behaviors like staring or pressing for details, and fosters emotional safety in the classroom.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Empathy and Boundaries
5 minutes
Step 2
Read-Aloud: Big Feelings Story
5 minutes
Step 3
Define Empathy vs Intrusion
4 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Practice
4 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet & Assessment
2 minutes
Reading
Worksheet
Quiz
Session 2 Quiz
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Lesson Plan
By the end of this session, students will identify their own feelings when upset and practice self-regulation strategies to calm down and resist tattling over small issues.
Building self-regulation helps 4th graders manage emotions, reduces impulsive tattling, and promotes independent problem-solving and respect for peers.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Feelings Awareness
5 minutes
Step 2
Model Calm-Down Strategies
5 minutes
Step 3
Practice with Thermometer
4 minutes
Step 4
Guided Role-Play
3 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet & Reflection
3 minutes
Reading
Reading
Worksheet
Quiz
Session 3 Quiz
Lesson Plan
Session 4 Lesson Plan
By the end of this session, students will practice “minding their own business” by deciding when to step back versus step in, using real-world scenarios and a cooperative game.
Reinforcing independent decision-making and respect for peers’ boundaries helps students reduce tattling and intrusive behaviors, fostering a more positive classroom climate.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Review
4 minutes
Step 2
Read-Aloud Story
4 minutes
Step 3
Scenario Role-Play
5 minutes
Step 4
Cooperative Game
5 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet & Quiz Introduction
2 minutes
Reading
Activity
Worksheet
Quiz
Session 4 Quiz
Lesson Plan
Session 5 Lesson Plan
By the end of this session, students will apply all “mind your own business” skills—tattling vs reporting, empathy vs intrusion, self-regulation, and step back vs step in—to real situations, celebrate their growth, and create a personal plan for future success.
This capstone session reinforces and integrates learned skills, boosts confidence, and empowers students with a clear strategy for independent problem-solving and respectful peer support.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Celebrate Progress & Read-Aloud
5 minutes
Step 2
Group Reflection
5 minutes
Step 3
Independent Planning
5 minutes
Step 4
Final Quiz & Wrap-Up
5 minutes
Reading
Worksheet
Quiz
Session 5 Quiz: Mind Your Own Business Review
