Lesson Plan
Classroom Crew Quest Lesson Plan
Students will learn each other’s names and interests and collaboratively establish 3–4 core class values in a fun, interactive 15-minute session to foster belonging and respect.
Building community on day one helps kindergarteners feel safe, connected, and ready to learn. When children know peers’ names and co-create values, they develop empathy, confidence, and a positive classroom climate.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
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Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Crew Connect
3 minutes
Step 2
Main Activity: Quest for Class Values
10 minutes
Step 3
Cool-Down: Crew Reflection
2 minutes
Lesson Plan
Welcome Wagon Lesson Plan
Students will learn peers’ names and interests, then collaboratively create and vote on class values to foster a welcoming community.
Establishing a positive classroom community on day one helps kindergarteners feel safe, connected, and ready to learn. Sharing names/interests builds rapport, while co-creating values promotes ownership and respect.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Welcome Waggle
3 minutes
Step 2
Main Activity: Class Values Round-Up
10 minutes
Step 3
Cool-Down: Reflection Circle
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Welcome Wagon
Warm-Up: Welcome Waggle
Name Interest Chart
Main Activity: Class Values Round-Up
Cool-Down: Reflection Circle
Our Classroom Promises
Worksheet
Activity
Cool Down
