Classroom Management & Discipline Discipline
Group activities involve the entire class, including teachers, which helps build a sense of belonging and community. It allows students and teachers to get to know one another and practice skills like listening, following directions, and exercising self-control. These Morning Meeting group activities also offer a chance to incorporate academic lessons and review important curriculum.
Just Like Me is a fun activity that helps students relate with one another and build connections. It is a great activity for any time of the year. You can use it early in the school year to help students get to know one another. Near the end of the year, you can use it to help students reflect on how they grew and what they learned. Download the Just Like Me group activity sample here.
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