Greeting fellow educators! In this post, we’re going to walk through a simple and effective lesson plan for teaching our special students the key steps to introduce themselves properly. As we all know, first impressions are everything. Helping our students master this basic social skill can greatly boost their confidence and social interactions.
The lesson plan involves simple, no-prep activities and the use of an engaging, interactive tool from Everyday Speech, “Introducing Yourself Steps”. Let’s get started!
Why Teach Self-Introduction?
A good introduction is the starting point of any social interaction. Teaching our students how to introduce themselves is a foundational step to empowering them for successful social communication. This skill boosts self-esteem and fosters positive interactions with peers and adults alike.
Elementary Introducing Yourself Lesson Plan
Our lesson plan is structured for simplicity and effectiveness. The goal is to create a comfortable, engaging learning environment that encourages students to practice self-introduction.
Introduction to the Skill
Start by explaining the value of a proper self-introduction. Discuss how it helps us make friends, interact in social situations, and show respect to others. Tailor your explanations to suit the comprehension level of your students.
Demonstrate an Age-Appropriate Introduction
Role-play a proper introduction, stating your name clearly and offering relevant information about yourself. Ask another student or educator to reciprocate the introduction. This demonstration will give students a practical understanding of how introductions work.
Use Everyday Speech’s “Introducing Yourself Steps” Activity
Here’s where we make things even more fun and interactive. Use the “Introducing Yourself Steps” tool from Everyday Speech to reinforce the process. The tool will guide the students through the different steps of a self-introduction, making the learning process fun and engaging.
Sample Video
Students learn best from watching real students their own age model skills. Try out this sample video-modeling lesson below. We offer our entire Social-Emotional Learning platform free for 30 days here!
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