Lesson Plan
Tattle or Tell?
Students will learn to distinguish between tattling and telling, practice deciding when to seek help versus handling minor issues themselves.
Teaching children the difference fosters a positive classroom environment, builds conflict-resolution skills, and reduces unnecessary interruptions by empowering them to solve small problems independently.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Direct Instruction
10 minutes
Step 3
Guided Practice
7 minutes
Step 4
Independent Practice
5 minutes
Step 5
Closure
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Tattle or Tell?
Our Objective
Definitions
Examples: Tattle or Tell?
Guided Practice: Sorting
Independent Practice
Closure
Activity
Activity
Lesson Plan
Tattle Tales Lesson Plan
Students will learn to distinguish between tattling and telling, practice choosing appropriately in scenarios, and apply this understanding to foster a safe, respectful classroom.
Teaching the difference between tattling and telling helps students build conflict-resolution skills, reduces unnecessary interruptions, and ensures real safety issues are reported promptly.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Direct Instruction
8 minutes
Step 3
Guided Practice
7 minutes
Step 4
Independent Practice & Assessment
6 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closure
4 minutes
Slide Deck
Tattling vs Telling
Our Objective
Definitions
Examples: Tattle or Tell?
Guided Practice: Sorting
Independent Practice
Closure & Check-In
Activity
Worksheet
