Guidance Lessons - December
Christmas - A Time to Be Kind and Give Back
Kindergarten: We will read the book “The Littlest Elf”. In the book, the elf learns about the importance of giving and helping others. After reading the book, the students will think of one idea they will do over Christmas Break to help and be kind to someone. They will write or draw a picture of what they will do on the elf.
1st Grade: We will read the book “The Not so Merry Pout-Pout Fish.” In the story, the fish learns that Christmas isn’t all about receiving gifts or buying the perfect gift. He discovers it is about gifts coming from the heart and what we can do to light up someone’s day. The students will be given a tree and light bulbs. They will choose from the pre-printed light bulbs or create their own. On the light bulbs will be things they can do to brighten someone's day. They will decorate their tree by gluing the light bulbs on the tree.
2nd Grade: We will begin by reading “Redheaded Robbie’s Christmas Story.” In the book, we follow the story of Robbie, who struggles with speaking in front of people. Robbie is chosen to talk about the meaning of Christmas during the Christmas assembly. As Robbie starts to struggle, his friends come to the rescue. Each student tells about a time when Robbie gave them good advice. First, give before you take. Second, show kindness to everyone, and finally, forgive a person who has hurt you. The students will follow up by creating 12 days of Christmas Kindness Santa by listing 12 things they will do to show kindness.
3rd - 4th: We will begin our lesson by watching “Rocket Kids: Put Some Effort in Your Nice.” After watching the video, we will discuss why being kind and giving to others is important, especially over the holidays. The students will follow up by creating their own Kindness Elf or Santa, which includes things they will do to show kindness and give back this holiday season.
