Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to demonstrate self-management skills by responding to your own actions and those of others during physical activities.
Materials and Prep
Materials needed: None
Preparation: Make sure you have enough space to move around comfortably.
Activities
1. Simon Says: Play a game of Simon Says where you have to follow instructions carefully. If someone gives a command without saying "Simon says," don't do the action!
2. Mirror Dance: Put on some music and dance in front of a mirror. Try to mimic your own movements and see how well you can coordinate.
3. Obstacle Course: Create a simple obstacle course using household items. Practice going through the course without knocking anything over.
Talking Points
- Remember to pay attention to what you are doing and what others are doing around you. It's important to be aware of your actions. You can say, "I will focus on what I am doing and pay attention to others."
- If you make a mistake, that's okay! Everyone makes mistakes sometimes. Just try again and learn from it. You can say, "It's okay to make mistakes. I will keep trying and do better next time."
- When playing games or doing activities, it's important to be fair to others and follow the rules. You can say, "I will play fair and follow the rules of the game."
- Self-management means being in control of your actions and emotions. Take a deep breath if you feel frustrated or overwhelmed. You can say, "I will take a deep breath and stay calm when things get tough."