Respect Rules Teacher Guide
Respect Rules
Teacher Guide | Classroom Respect
Duration
30 MINS
Building Success
In this lesson, students will learn about appropriate classroom behavior, specifically focusing on not interrupting, blurting out, and remaining in their seats. These skills are essential for maintaining a respectful and productive learning environment.
Specs
- Audience: 3rd Grade
- Group Size: 15 Students
- Approach: Experiential
Supply List
- "Habits of a Good Student" Video
- Post-it notes
- Pens or pencils
- Role-play scenario cards
Learning Goals
Students will master:
No Interrupting Anti-Blurting Safe Seating Active Listening
The Construction Plan
1
Introduction
5 MINS
- Greet students and briefly explain the day's topic: proper classroom behavior.
- Introduce the video Habits of a Good Student for Children.
- Encourage students to pay attention to character behavior and what they could do differently.
2
Video Viewing
6 MINS
- Play the video for the class.
- After the video, ask students to share what they noticed about the characters' behaviors.
3
Role-Playing Scenarios
10 MINS
- Divide the class into small groups (3-4 students per group).
- Hand out pre-prepared role-play scenarios to each group.
- Each group acts out their scenario showing proper behavior.
- Provide gentle guidance and praise for positive behavior during performances.
4
Reflection Circle
7 MINS
- Gather students in a circle for a discussion.
- Use the Discussion Guide to explore why interrupting, blurting, or wandering are disruptive.
- Encourage sharing of personal experiences and benefits of rules.
5
Closure
2 MINS
- Summarize key points and reinforce the importance of behavior improvement.
- Thank students for their participation and contributions.
Blueprint for Respect © 2026 Classroom Captains Series
Respectful Behavior Discussion Guide
Discussion Guide
Reflecting on Respectful Choices
Resource RC-02
This discussion helps students reflect on why it's important to not interrupt, blurt out, or leave their seats without permission. Use these prompts to reinforce the lesson's objectives and gather personal insights.
1
Why is it important not to interrupt the teacher or classmates?
Prompt: Encourage students to think about how interruption affects others and the flow of the lesson.
2
What could happen if we always blurted out our thoughts without raising our hand?
Prompt: Help students consider the chaos and lack of respect that could result from everyone talking at once.
3
Why should we remain in our seats during class?
Prompt: Discuss how staying seated helps maintain order and focus, allowing everyone to learn better.
4
Can you share a time when you or someone else followed these rules well? How did it make you feel?
Prompt: Encourage students to think of positive examples and the benefits of following classroom rules.
Blueprint for Respect © 2026 | Discussion Framework
Respect Rules Slides
Classroom Captains
Respect Rules
Building a classroom where everyone belongs and everyone can learn.
Today's Blueprint
No Interrupting
We wait for our turn to speak so everyone is heard.
Anti-Blurting
We raise our hands and wait to be called on.
Stay Seated
We stay in our workspace to keep the room safe.
Watch & Learn
We are going to watch Habits of a Good Student. As you watch, look for characters who are showing respect and those who might need a reminder!
[Video: Habits of a Good Student]
Click the link below if video doesn't play:
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What did
you notice?
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What behaviors did you see that were helpful to others?
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What happened when characters interrupted each other?
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How did the teacher feel when students blurted out?
Respect in Action
Small Group Activity
The Mission
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- Get into groups of 3-4.
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- Read your scenario card.
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- Practice showing the respectful way to act.
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- Perform for the class!
Show us how you can be a
Classroom Captain!
Circle Time
Heart of the Matter
"Why is it important to stay in our seats and wait for our turn?"
How does it help others learn?
How does it make you feel?
Classroom
Captains
Thank you for being respectful today! Let's keep these rules in mind as we finish our day.
Respect
Patience
Safety
Respect Scenario Cards
Scenario Cards
Classroom Respect in Action
Activity
ROLE-PLAY
Teachers: Cut out these cards and give one to each group. Students will first act out the "Problem" (what usually happens) and then the "Blueprint Solution" (the respectful way).
Scenario 01
The Reading Circle
The teacher is reading a story to the whole class. Just as the story gets to the exciting part, a student remembers something they did over the weekend and starts talking loudly about it.
Blueprint Practice: Show how to use "Wait Time" and wait for the teacher to finish the page or ask for questions.
Scenario 02
Math Mania
The teacher asks the class, "What is 5 times 5?" Before anyone can raise their hand, three students shout out "25!" at the same time. Other students are still trying to count on their fingers.
Blueprint Practice: Show how to keep the answer in your "thought bubble" and raise a quiet hand.
Scenario 03
The Pencil Sharpener
While the teacher is giving important instructions for a science project, a student gets up to sharpen their pencil, then walks over to look at a poster on the wall, then stops to talk to a friend.
Blueprint Practice: Show how to stay in your "home base" (seat) during instructions and wait for a transition time.
Scenario 04
Group Project Work
A group is working together. One student is trying to explain their idea, but another student keeps talking over them, saying their own idea is better without listening to the first one.
Blueprint Practice: Show how to use active listening and say, "I hear your idea, now can I share mine?"
Scenario 05
Urgent News
The teacher is helping a student with their work. Another student runs up and starts shouting, "I can't find my blue marker! Teacher! Teacher! I need my marker!"
Blueprint Practice: Show how to wait for a pause or use a non-verbal signal (like standing nearby quietly) to get attention.
Scenario 06
Independent Work Time
Everyone is supposed to be writing at their desks. One student finishes early and starts walking around the room, looking over people's shoulders and tapping on their desks.
Blueprint Practice: Show what to do when finished early (read a book, draw quietly) while staying in your seat.
Blueprint for Respect © 2026 | Role-Play Module