Guiding Stars Lesson Plan
Guiding Stars
TRUSTING ADULTS FOR HEALTH DECISIONS
Grade 2 Health
Duration 15 Minutes
Audience 2nd Grade
Approach Seek Advice
Learning Objective
Students will be able to identify trusted adults and practice seeking their advice for various health-related decisions through role-play.
Why It Matters
Open communication with trusted adults is the foundation of health safety. It ensures children have access to accurate information and support when making choices about their bodies.
Material Checklist
- Star Scenarios Activity Cards (1 set per pair)
- Cosmic Conversations Discussion Guide
Lesson Flow
3 min
Phase 1: Spark Curiosity
- Begin by asking students: "Have you ever had to make a big decision and weren't sure what to do?"
- Explain that today, we are learning about "Guiding Stars"—the trusted adults who help us navigate health decisions.
4 min
Phase 2: Cosmic Conversation
- Use the Cosmic Conversations Discussion Guide to define "trusted adults."
- Ask students to list examples (parents, teachers, grandparents, doctors, etc.).
- Discuss why they are important (experience, safety, love).
6 min
Phase 3: Star Scenarios Role-Play
- Divide students into pairs. Give each pair one card from the Star Scenarios set.
- One student acts as the "Star Child" and the other as the "Guiding Adult."
- Students practice the exact words to use when asking for help (e.g., "Excuse me, I need help with a health decision...").
- Circulate to listen and provide positive reinforcement.
2 min
Phase 4: Return to Base
- Ask 2-3 pairs to share a "brave way" they asked for help during their role-play.
- Closing thought: "When it comes to your health, you never have to guess. Just look for your Guiding Stars!"
Cosmic Conversations Discussion Guide
Cosmic Conversations
Teacher's Discussion Guide
"Use these guiding questions to lead a class discussion about the 'Guiding Stars' in our lives—the adults who help keep us healthy and safe."
1
Who are some trusted adults you can ask for help?
Encourage students to brainstorm a list of people. If they get stuck, offer these categories:
At Home: Parents, Grandparents, Aunts/Uncles
At School: Teachers, Nurses, Counselors
In the Community: Doctors, Coaches, Neighbors
Safety: Police Officers, Firefighters
2
Why is it important to ask a trusted adult for help with health decisions?
Key Points to Highlight:
Experience: Adults have lived longer and know more about how bodies work.
Safety: Adults can check if a medicine or food is safe for you.
Care: Trusted adults want you to grow up healthy and strong!
3
Can you think of a time when you asked a trusted adult for help?
Teacher Tip: Share a short personal story first to break the ice!
Encourage details:
- "How did you feel before you asked?"
- "How did you feel AFTER they helped you?"
- "What was the outcome?"
Final Wrap-Up
Remind students that they are never alone in their health journey. Their Guiding Stars are always ready to help them shine!