Words Matter Lesson Plan
A comprehensive lesson plan for a Tier 2 intervention on using kind words and addressing racist comments, including teacher support strategies for racial slurs.
Words Matter Slide Deck
A visual slide deck to guide a 30-minute classroom lesson on using kind words and understanding the impact of racist comments.
Words Matter Script
A detailed word-for-word teacher script for delivering the Words Matter lesson, including slide cues and behavior support prompts.
Words Matter Reading Passage
A short story about Mia and Sam designed to help students understand how words can hurt and the importance of apologizing and choosing kind words.
Words Matter Worksheet
A student worksheet for the Words Matter lesson focusing on matching hurtful comments with kind alternatives and illustrating positive interactions.
Words Matter Discussion Guide
A structured discussion guide for educators to facilitate conversations about kind words, empathy, and apologies following the Words Matter reading.
Words Matter Empathy Role Play
A role-play activity guide to help students practice identifying and replacing hurtful comments with empathetic, kind language.
Kind Words Bank Worksheet
A comprehensive word bank and practice sheet to help students build their vocabulary of positive and respectful language.
Why Kind Words Matter Reading
An informational reading passage explaining the social and emotional impact of using kind words versus hurtful words.
Kind Words Practice Worksheet
An activity sheet for students to practice transforming negative comments into positive ones and matching kind responses to various social scenarios.
Kind Words Quest Game
A cooperative classroom game designed to help 2nd grade students practice using kind words in various social scenarios through a rewards-based system.
Kind Words Role Play Activity
A structured paired role-play activity that allows students to practice responding to hurtful comments with kindness in a safe, guided environment.