Stay With Me Bee Lesson Plan
Stay With Me, Bee!
Individualized Tier 3 Support • Kindergarten
10 MIN LESSON
Why This Matters
Learning to stay with the group is crucial for a student's safety, helps them participate fully in classroom activities, and develops self-regulation skills. This lesson provides a fun, direct way to practice this important behavior through gamified movement.
Objective
The student will understand and practice staying with the teacher or group in various settings to ensure safety and engagement.
Preparation
- • Review the Game Kit & Slides.
- • Print and cut out the bee and flower tokens.
- • Find a clear, safe space with no distractions.
Approach
Guided, interactive movement game to rehearse "staying close" behaviors.
Instructional Walkthrough
1
Introduction & Warm-Up
2 MIN
Script: “Hi [Student's Name]! Today we're going to play a super fun game called 'Stay With Me, Bee!' It’s all about helping our little bee friend stay safe and close to its flowers, just like you stay safe and close to me. What are some reasons why a bee needs to stay close to its flower?”
Activity: Engage in a brief discussion about safety and getting lost. Ask: “Can you show me how a bee flies while staying close to its flower?”
2
Introducing the Game
3 MIN
The Roles: Explain that the student is the Busy Bee and you are the Special Flower. Bees stay close to flowers to get nectar and stay safe.
Script: “If you fly too far, you might miss out on pollen or get lost!”
The Boundaries: Show the tokens. Set clear, physical boundaries for the "Safe Zone" (e.g., the rug, within arm's reach).
3
Playing the Game
4 MIN
Practice: Walk around slowly. Encourage the student to fly like a bee around you, staying within the safe zone (arm's reach).
Positive Reinforcement: Use phrases like “Excellent job staying close, bee!” Periodically stop and offer a piece of imaginary “pollen” (high-five) for staying nearby.
Redirection: If the student drifts, gently guide them back with: “Remember, your flower needs you nearby!”
4
Reflection & Real-World Practice
1 MIN
Reflection: “How did that feel? Was it easy or tricky sometimes?” Praise specific instances where they stayed close.
Connection: Discuss real-life spots: hallways, playground, or group time. “Just like our busy bee, staying close keeps you safe and helps you learn!”
Stay With Me Bee Game Kit
Stay With Me, Bee!
Interactive Movement Game • Student & Teacher Kit
How to Play
1. Roles: The teacher holds the Flower. The student is the Bee.
2. The Movement: The teacher (Flower) moves slowly. The student (Bee) "flies" around the teacher.
3. Staying Close: The Bee must stay in the "Safe Zone" — close enough to see the Flower's face and hear their voice!
4. Praise: When the Bee stays close, the Flower gives a high-five "Pollen Treat"!
Setting Boundaries
Define the "Safe Zone" before you start buzzin'!
- Arm's Length: Can the Bee touch the Flower's hand?
- Hearing Check: Can the Bee hear a whisper?
- Visual Check: Can the Bee see the Flower's eyes?
Teacher: Cut These Out!
Glue these to popsicle sticks or let the student hold them during the game.
🐝
BUSY BEE
Student Token
🌻
FLOWER
Teacher Token
✨
Pollen
✨
Pollen
✨
Pollen
Stay With Me Bee Slides
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🌻
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Stay With Me, Bee!
Keeping Safe and Learning Together!
Let's learn how to be a super safe bee!
Why Stay Close?
🛡️
Safety First!
Keep you safe from getting lost.
👂
Learn More!
Hear everything the teacher says.
🎉
Have Fun!
Stay with your friends for games.
Our Game: Busy Bee!
🐝
You are the Bee!
You get to buzz around!
🌻
I am the Flower!
I move slowly and safely.
"Bees stay close to flowers to get delicious pollen and stay safe!"
How close is close?
Close enough to hear my voice!
Close enough to see my face!
Close enough to give a high-five!
✨
Safe Zone
Good job, busy bee!
Practice staying close during our game.
This skill helps you stay safe and have fun!
🐝 🌻 ✨
You are ready to fly!