Abstract:
These first five lessons are intended to launch a primary drama program by creating a classroom community, establishing rules and expectations for safety and support, and introducing dramatic elements to primary students.
Overview
ArtFusion is a collaborative effort by CODE, OAEA, and OMEA to support elementary generalist teachers in feeling confident and delivering high-quality arts programming for every art. ArtFusion First Five is one initiative of the collaboration seeking to meet the needs of teachers at the start of the school year.
For additional supports and learning opportunities, visit www.code.on.ca/art-fusion.
Lesson Overview
Lesson Focus
Anticipated Duration
Lesson 1: Let’s Get Started! Expectations and Introductions
40 minutes
Lesson 2: Growth Mindset in Drama!
40 minutes
Lesson 3: Exploring Emotions
40 minutes
Lesson 4: Building a Classroom Community through Character Education - Kindness
40-80 minutes
Lesson 5: Building a Classroom Community through Character Education - Empathy
40-80 minutes
Teacher Tip
Games should include the right to pass and the right to return when students are ready and able to participate again. This honours the social and emotional access needs of students including the need for longer transitions and opportunities to observe before participating, and physical access needs including the need for rest if an activity is overstimulating or tiring. It also honours preferences if a game includes touch that does not feel safe or appropriate for a student (for any reason). - CODE's Circle Games / Jeux en cercle resource
