Lesson Plan | Active Learning | Family Life

Assumptions: This Active Lesson Plan assumes: a 100-minute class, prior student study with both the Book and the start of Project development, and that only one activity (among the three suggested) will be chosen to be conducted during the class, as each activity is designed to take up a significant portion of the available time.

Objectives

Duration: (5 - 10 minutes)

The objective stage is crucial for directing the focus of both students and the teacher to the specific goals of the lesson. By clearly establishing what is expected to be achieved, it facilitates understanding and application of concepts previously studied at home. This section also serves to align expectations and ensure that all involved are aware of the desired learning outcomes.

Main Objectives:

1. Enable students to identify and describe the different members of their families and their functions.

2. Explore students' understanding of the interaction between family and school, highlighting the importance of each environment in individual development.

Side Objectives:

1. Develop communication skills and oral expression by discussing stories of their families and family interactions.
2. Promote appreciation for and respect for different family structures and their dynamics.

Introduction

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

The introduction serves to engage students and activate prior knowledge acquired at home about the topic. The problem situations stimulate students to think critically about family and school relationships, preparing them for a more in-depth discussion. The contextualization helps relate the content to everyday situations, facilitating understanding and showing the relevance of studying family and school.

Problem-Based Situations

1. Ask students to describe the different members of their families and the activities each one performs. Then, question how these activities vary depending on the day of the week or special occasions, such as birthday parties.

2. Ask students to imagine what a day at school would be like without the help of the cleaning or kitchen staff. Have them describe what the classrooms, cafeteria, and garbage situation would be if it were not removed.

Contextualization

Explain the importance of knowing the functions of each family member and other members of the school, using examples from real or fictional situations. For example, tell the story of a family where all members have a specific task to help with daily life, and how this can resemble the functioning of a school. Highlight how these structures help maintain order and care for one another, promoting the importance of teamwork and cooperation.

Development

Duration: (75 - 85 minutes)

The development stage of the lesson plan is designed to allow students to apply practically and creatively the concepts they studied at home about life in the family and at school. The proposed activities aim to reinforce students' understanding of the importance of each family member and school staff, as well as developing skills in expression, cooperation, and organization. This stage is crucial for consolidating learning and for students' social and educational interaction.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended to carry out only one of the suggested activities

Activity 1 - Family Builders

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Develop the ability to express and organize thoughts while representing and describing their own family.

- Description: In this activity, students will create a 'paper family'. Each student will receive materials like colored paper, scissors, and glue to draw and cut out figures representing family members. After creation, they must present their family, explaining who each member is and what role each one plays in the family.

- Instructions:

• Distribute materials to each student.

• Ask them to draw and cut out figures representing their family members.

• Instruct them to glue the figures onto a large piece of paper, forming the 'paper family'.

• Each student should then present their family, explaining who each member is and what role each one plays in the family.

Activity 2 - School Without Borders

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Understand the importance of each staff member in the school and how their absence can affect the school environment.

- Description: Students will draw a map of the school, identifying and describing different areas and the staff who work in each one. Then, they should imagine what would happen if one of these staff members were absent for a day and describe the consequences.

- Instructions:

• Hand out large sheets of paper and colored markers.

• Ask them to draw a map of the school, marking areas like classrooms, cafeteria, restrooms, etc.

• Instruct them to identify and describe the staff who work in each area of the map.

• Challenge them to imagine what would happen if one of these staff members were absent for a day and to describe the consequences for the school's operation.

Activity 3 - Family and School Theater

> Duration: (60 - 70 minutes)

- Objective: Promote understanding of the dynamics and interactions between family members and school staff.

- Description: Students will perform short skits representing situations from family and school life. Each group will choose a scenario, such as a family meeting or a day at school, and will develop a script that includes the interaction of different characters.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of up to 5 students.

• Each group chooses a scenario (family or school) and develops a short theatrical script.

• Students should distribute roles among themselves and rehearse the play.

• At the end, each group presents their play to the class.

Feedback

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

This stage of the lesson plan is designed to allow students to reflect and articulate what they learned through practical activities. The group discussion helps consolidate knowledge, allowing students to share perspectives and learn from each other. Additionally, by answering the key questions, students develop critical thinking and communication skills, essential for understanding complex themes such as family and school dynamics.

Group Discussion

For the group discussion, gather students in a circle and start by asking: 'What did you learn about how families and schools work?'. Encourage each group to share their discoveries and experiences from the activities conducted. A talking stick may be used to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to express their ideas. The teacher should facilitate the conversation, making sure that all students feel heard and respected.

Key Questions

1. What are the functions of the different members of your family, and how do they vary on special occasions?

2. How could the absence of a staff member in school affect daily operations?

3. What did you find most interesting about representing your families and the school in the activities?

Conclusion

Duration: (5 - 10 minutes)

The purpose of the conclusion stage is to consolidate the learning from the lesson, ensuring that students can clearly articulate what they have learned and how it applies to their lives. Additionally, this section serves to reinforce the connection between theory and practice, highlighting the relevance of the content studied to the students' daily lives. Finally, it helps reinforce the social and emotional values and competencies developed during the lesson.

Summary

In this lesson, we explored the dynamics of family and school life, identifying the different members and their functions. Students were able to represent their families, describe the importance of each member, and explore scenarios that demonstrate how absences can affect daily life. In addition, through theatrical activities, we observed typical interactions in both spheres.

Theory Connection

Today's lesson connected theory to practice by allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge about family and school structures in practical activities. The problem situations and the activities of building families and school maps served to solidify theoretical understanding through practice, demonstrating the importance of each member and staff in both environments.

Closing

Understanding the importance of the different members of a family and a school is fundamental for children's social and emotional development. This understanding helps strengthen family ties and value teamwork and cooperation in school environments, essential for maturation and building healthy and respectful relationships.