Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will understand what it means to be a good citizen and how you can contribute positively to your community.

Materials and Prep

• Pen and paper
• Coloring materials
• Internet access for watching Youtube videos
• Be ready to talk about what you like about Youtube

Activities

• Citizen Drawing: Draw a picture of yourself doing something nice for your community.
• Community Helper Video: Watch a Youtube video about community helpers like police officers, firefighters, and teachers. Discuss why they are important.
• Good Deeds List: Make a list of good deeds you can do to help others in your community.

Talking Points

• Being Kind: "Being a good citizen means being kind to others and helping those in need."
• Following Rules: "Good citizens follow rules to keep everyone safe and happy."
• Respecting Others: "We should always respect others, their feelings, and their belongings."
• Helping the Community: "We can help our community by picking up trash, being polite, and sharing with others."
• Being Honest: "It's important to always tell the truth and be honest with others."
• Listening Carefully: "Good citizens listen carefully to others and try to understand their feelings."
• Being Thankful: "We should always say 'thank you' and appreciate the people who help us."