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Lesson 1: Icebreaker Activities Objective: To help students get to know each other and create a positive classroom environment.

• Have students create a “Me Collage” using magazines, newspapers, and art supplies. They can include pictures, words, and symbols that represent their interests, hobbies, and goals.
• Play a game of “Two Truths and a Lie” where each student shares three statements about themselves, two of which are true and one is false. The class can guess which statement is the lie.
• Conduct a “Find Someone Who” activity, where students have a list of characteristics or experiences and need to find classmates who match each item. This encourages interaction and conversation among students.

Lesson 2: Classroom Expectations and Rules Objective: To establish clear expectations and rules for behavior and academic success.

• Discuss the importance of respect, responsibility, and cooperation in the classroom. Brainstorm examples of how these values can be demonstrated.
• Create a class contract together, outlining the expectations and rules for behavior. Each student can contribute by suggesting a rule or expectation and explaining why it is important.
• Role-play different scenarios to help students understand how to apply the rules and expectations in various situations.

Lesson 3: Goal Setting Objective: To help students set personal and academic goals for the school year.

• Discuss the importance of setting goals and how they can help students stay motivated and focused.
• Have students reflect on their strengths and areas for improvement. They can write these down and share with a partner or the whole class.
• Guide students in setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals for themselves. Encourage them to think about both academic and personal goals.

Lesson 4: Classroom Procedures and Routines Objective: To familiarize students with the daily procedures and routines of the classroom.

• Introduce students to the classroom layout and materials. Explain how to access and organize supplies, books, and technology.
• Walk students through the daily schedule, highlighting important transitions and activities.
• Practice common procedures, such as entering and exiting the classroom, transitioning between subjects, and using classroom tools.

Lesson 5: Growth Mindset Objective: To foster a growth mindset in students and encourage them to embrace challenges and persevere.

• Define and discuss the concept of a growth mindset, emphasizing the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort and practice.
• Share stories of famous individuals who faced challenges and setbacks but persevered to achieve success.
• Engage students in activities that promote a growth mindset, such as solving challenging puzzles or brain teasers, and discussing strategies for overcoming obstacles.