From treasured toys and beloved books to cherished clothes, every possession holds a unique significance in one’s life. They may carry financial worth, sentimental meaning, or evoke special memories. Therefore, every belonging deserves attentive care and preservation. Doing so is an act of self-management, which is an essential skill to develop for an improved quality of life.
The first step in caring for possessed items is recognizing their value. By appreciating its worth, one can be motivated to protect the objects they own and preserve them for future use. In this evidence-based SEL lesson, kindergarten students participate in a "Show and Tell" activity, which allows them to show their most valued possessions and share what makes their personal items significant.
"The first step in caring for possessed items is recognizing their value. By appreciating its worth, one can be motivated to protect the objects they own and preserve them for future use."
Before the students dive into the activity, the teacher introduces the lesson concepts through a class discussion. Here, the teacher explains that "Possession" is an object that a person owns. As the students take part in the discussion, they gather that possessed objects have great value as they are obtained from saved money or hard work. They learn that these objects can be used for multiple reasons, such as for fun, learning, or serving certain functions.
One by one, every student takes turns standing in front of the class to present their cherished belongings. They share the personal significance of these items and describe the positive actions they take to preserve them. By the end of the activity, kindergarten students gain a newfound appreciation for all of their owned objects. They also learn that managing their belongings is a practice of self-care and responsible ownership.
This lesson is designed to develop self-management skills among kindergarten students. Its approach is to teach young learners to take care of their resources. By taking care of their possessions, young students manage themselves and practice self-discipline by keeping their items safe, clean, and properly stored.
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