Respect and Repair Lesson Plan Respect & Repair
Tier 3 Individual Support Lesson
Duration
45 min
Learning Objective
To help the student reflect on her actions, understand the impact of disrespectful behavior, learn appropriate ways to express feelings, and practice giving a sincere apology.
The "Why"
Learning respectful behavior is crucial for building positive relationships and a safe school environment. This lesson helps the student take responsibility and develop empathy after a specific incident involving property damage.
Materials
Respect & Repair Slides
Respect & Me Reading Passage
My Reflection Worksheet
Apology Practice Activity
Behavior Check-in Test
Preparation (10 minutes)
Review the lesson flow and objectives.
Print all student documents (Reading, Reflection, Test).
Prepare role-play scenarios for the apology activity.
Ensure a quiet, private space is available.
Gather pens/pencils for writing.
Locate the specific peer's name involved in the incident.
Instructional Flow
5m
Introduction & Setting the Stage
Calmly and privately greet the student. State the purpose: "We're here today to talk about what happened in gym class and how we can make things right." Emphasize growth over punishment.
10m
Understanding Respect (Reading & Discussion)
Introduce the Respect & Me Reading Passage . Discuss what respect looks like, feels like, and what happens when it's missing. Connect concepts to the student's own experiences.
10m
Reflection on Behavior (Worksheet)
Guide the student through the My Reflection Worksheet . Encourage honest reflection on the gym incident. Use open-ended questions like, "What were you feeling at that moment?"
10m
Learning to Apologize (Activity)
Explain that apologies are about understanding impact. Use the Apology Practice Activity to role-play the 5 components of a sincere apology. Formulate the actual apology for the peer.
5m
Commitment & Moving Forward (Test)
Administer the Behavior Check-in Test to check readiness. Review answers together and discuss any lingering concerns. Reinforce positive expectations.
5m
Wrap-up & Next Steps
Discuss the plan for offering the apology. Reiterate the importance of respectful interactions. End with a statement of belief in the student's ability to grow.
Respect and Repair Slides Respect & Repair
Making Things Right & Growing Together
Individual Support Session
TEACHER NOTES: Welcome the student and explain the purpose of the session. Keep the tone calm and supportive. Emphasize learning and growing from mistakes.
What Does Respect Mean?
Respect is...
Treating others with kindness
Listening to different ideas
Caring for property (yours and others)
Understanding how your actions affect others
"How does it feel to be respected by others?"
TEACHER NOTES: Introduce the 'Respect & Me Reading Passage'. Have the student read it aloud or read it together. Facilitate a brief discussion on what respect means and looks like.
Thinking About Our Actions
Time to Reflect:
What happened in gym class?
How did it make others feel?
What could I have done differently?
How can I make things right?
Honesty with ourselves is the first step toward making a positive change.
TEACHER NOTES: Transition to the reflection worksheet. Explain that this is a chance to think honestly about the gym incident and its impact. Encourage thoughtful, self-aware responses.
The Power of an Apology
5 Steps to Sincere Repair:
1. Say what you did
2. Acknowledge the impact
3. Express sincere regret
4. Share your plan for next time
5. Offer to make it right
"A sincere apology isn't just saying 'sorry' ... it's about showing you understand and caring enough to fix the connection."
TEACHER NOTES: Explain the components of a sincere apology. Use the 'Apology Practice Activity' to role-play. Guide the student to formulate a specific apology regarding the jacket incident.
Moving Forward
Our Positive Plan:
Practice respectful behavior daily
Communicate feelings appropriately
Offer a sincere apology to our peer
Make positive choices for the future
Ready to Start?
"I believe you can learn from this and show everyone the kind and respectful person you are."
TEACHER NOTES: Present the 'Behavior Check-in Test'. Review answers to ensure understanding and commitment. Reiterate positive expectations and offer support.
Respect and Me Reading Passage Reading Passage
Respect & Me
Understanding the power of kindness and care.
What does it mean to be respectful ? Respect is about treating others and yourself with kindness, care, and understanding. It means you value people for who they are and their belongings.
Showing Respect to Others
When you are respectful, you:
1 Listen when others are talking.
2 Use kind words and a friendly voice.
3 Care about how others feel.
4 Include everyone in games and activities.
5 Value other people's property and space.
Think about it: How does it feel when someone listens to you? How does it feel when someone is kind to you? It feels good, right? That's because they are showing you respect.
When We Are Disrespectful
Sometimes, we might do things that are disrespectful without even meaning to. Or, sometimes we are feeling big emotions, and our actions might not be kind. When we are disrespectful, we might:
Interrupt others
Use mean words
Ignore feelings
Damage things
These actions can hurt others' feelings and make them feel bad. It's important to remember that our actions have consequences.
Making Things Right
If you accidentally or purposefully act disrespectfully, it's important to learn how to make things right. This means:
Thinking about what you did and why it was wrong.
Understanding how your actions affected the other person.
Apologizing sincerely for your actions.
Making a plan to do better next time.
Learning to fix mistakes helps us build strong friendships!
My Reflection Worksheet My Reflection
Making Things Right
Name:
Date:
Think carefully about what happened in gym class. Your honest answers will help you learn and grow.
1 What happened in gym class with your peer's jacket? Describe it in your own words.
2 What were you feeling right before you took the jacket? What emotions were strong inside you?
3 What did you do with the jacket after you took it?
4 How do you think your peer felt when she saw what happened to her jacket? Imagine you are in her shoes.
5 How would you feel if someone took your jacket and treated it that way?
6 Looking back, what could you have done differently when you felt those strong emotions? What is a more respectful way to handle those feelings?
7 What is one thing you can do right now to start making things better?
Every mistake is an opportunity to learn something new about ourselves.
Apology Practice Activity Apology Practice
The Power of Making It Right
Sometimes saying "I'm sorry" isn't enough. A sincere apology shows that you understand what you did, how it affected someone, and that you want to do better.
The 5 Steps to a Sincere Apology
1
State what you did
"I am sorry for taking your jacket..."
2
Acknowledge how it affected them
"...and throwing it on the ground. I know that made you feel sad and angry because it's your personal property."
3
Express your regret
"I really regret my actions."
4
Say what you will do differently next time
"Next time I feel angry, I will take a deep breath and talk to a teacher instead of lashing out at someone's property."
5
Offer to make it right
"Is there anything I can do to make it up to you?"
My Apology Plan
Let's practice! Use the space below to plan out what you will say to your peer. This will help you remember during our role-play.
Step 1: What I did
Step 2: How it affected them
Step 3: My sincere regret
Step 4: What I'll do next time
Step 5: How I'll make it right
Remember to practice saying it out loud and use a clear, respectful tone of voice!
Behavior Check-in Test Behavior Check-in
Making the Right Choice
Name:
Date:
This is a quick way for us to check if you feel ready to move forward and show respectful behavior. Answer the following questions honestly.
1 In your own words, what does it mean to show respect to someone else and their belongings?
2 Think about our discussion today. How do your actions, both good and not-so-good, affect the people around you?
3 Imagine you made a mistake and want to give a sincere apology. List at least three important things you should include in your apology.
4 What is one specific plan you have for yourself to make sure you act respectfully, even when you are feeling big emotions?
5 How do you feel about making things right with your peer? What steps will you take next?
"I am responsible for my actions and I can choose to be respectful."
