Knowledge/Skill Building
Story Circle: Helpers from Our Neighborhood
Global Citizen
SL.K.1
Reflection
Students participate in a guided storytelling circle to share personal or family experiences with community helpers, including stories from diverse cultural and language backgrounds, to develop empathy and understanding of local roles.
Plan day
Day 2
Duration
45 min
Grouping
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Steps
5 steps
Lesson plan
5 steps · 45 min| # | What teachers do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Gather in a circle and introduce the theme of community helpers. (5 min) |
| 2 | Students share their personal or family stories related to community helpers. Each student takes turns speaking with the class. (15 min) |
| 3 | Encourage students to ask and answer questions about the stories shared to seek clarification or more information. (10 min) |
| 4 | Reflect on the diverse impacts these community helpers have had in their lives through a guided discussion. (10 min) |
| 5 | Wrap up by thanking everyone and summarizing the stories and insights shared. (5 min) |
Preparation (4 items)
- Prepare a comfortable seating arrangement in a circle to facilitate clear communication.
- Create an anchor chart with pictures or symbols of community helpers to serve as visual aid.
- Have storytelling prompts ready to help students recall and share their experiences.
- Ensure the room is equipped with any necessary props related to community helper roles.
Student-facing instructions
You will sit in a circle with your classmates and share a story about a community helper that you or your family knows. Listen carefully to others' stories and ask questions if something isn't clear. Use the visual chart for inspiration and to see different types of helpers. The goal is to understand how different helpers support our community.