Lesson Plan for Nursery 2 - Social Habits - Violence: Physical

### Lesson Plan: Violence: Physical (Social Habits for Nursery 2 Students) #### Objective: Students will understand the concept of physical violence, learn why it is unacceptable, and acquire basic skills to manage conflicts peacefully. #### Duration: 45 minutes #### Materials Needed: - Storybook about kindness and non-violence - Puppets or stuffed animals for role play - Chart paper and markers - Stickers or stamps for rewards - Soft music for calming activity #### Lesson Outline: **1. Warm-Up (5 minutes):** - Welcome students with a cheerful greeting. - Invite them to sit in a circle. - Sing a "Hello" song to get them engaged and comfortable. **2. Introduction to Violence (10 minutes):** - Begin with a simple discussion: "What do you think violence or hitting means?" - Use puppets or stuffed animals to show a scenario where one puppet hits another. - Explain in simple terms: "Violence means hurting someone on purpose. Hitting, kicking, and pushing are examples of physical violence." **3. Story Time (10 minutes):** - Read a storybook that illustrates kindness and non-violent behavior (e.g., "Hands Are Not for Hitting" by Martine Agassi). - Ask questions throughout to ensure understanding: "What did the characters do when they were upset?" **4. Discussion (5 minutes):** - Talk about feelings: "How do you feel when someone hits you? How do you think your friend feels if you hit them?" **5. Role Play (10 minutes):** - Divide the students into small groups. - Give them scenarios using puppets or stuffed animals and ask them to role-play how to solve conflicts without violence. - Examples: "What should you do if someone takes your toy?" Encourage use of words, asking for help, and sharing. **6. Art Activity (5 minutes):** - Provide chart paper and markers. - Have students draw a picture of themselves being kind and solving a problem without hitting. - Display the drawings on a wall as a reminder. **7. Calming Activity (5 minutes):** - Play soft music. - Guide students through a simple calming activity such as deep breathing or a gentle stretch. **8. Closure and Rewards (5 minutes):** - Recap what was learned: "What did we learn today about hitting and being kind?" - Praise participation and positive behavior. - Give each student a sticker or stamp as a reward for their good listening and participation. **Home Connection:** - Send a note home explaining the lesson and suggesting that parents talk with their children about ways to solve problems peacefully. By the end of this lesson, students will have a basic understanding of what constitutes physical violence, how it affects others, and appropriate ways to resolve conflicts.