1st Grade Simple Classroom Instruction Lesson Plan Example

Topic: Simple classroom instruction

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to follow simple instructions about what to do in the classroom.

Materials

• Posters with simple instructions (e.g. "Raise your hand if you need to use the bathroom")
• Marker or pen for each student

Warm-up

• Ask students to raise their hand if they need to use the bathroom.
• As students raise their hand, call on them one at a time and escort them to the bathroom.
• When all of the students have been taken to the bathroom, ask them to return to their seats and continue the lesson.

Direct Instruction

• Introduce the topic or subject of the lesson.
• Explain the purpose of the lesson. Why is it important to learn this topic or skill?
• Demonstrate the skill or concept using appropriate materials and/or props.
• Show the students how to do the skill or concept. Use clear and simple directions, demonstrating each step as you go.
• Have students practice the skill or concept with guidance from you.
• Ask students to raise their hand if they have questions or need clarification. Answer their questions and give additional explanations as needed.
• Pass out materials and have students practice the skill or concept on their own.

Guided Practice

• Have students work in pairs or small groups.
• Give each pair or group a set of materials to use for practicing the skill or concept.
• Have students work together to practice the skill or concept, with guidance from a teacher or assisting student.
• Ask students to share their work with the class, demonstrating what they have learned. Have students ask for clarification as needed.

Independent Practice

• Have students work individually or in small groups to complete a project related to the skill or concept.
• Encourage students to use the materials provided to them to practice the skill or concept.
• Have students present their projects to the class, explain how they used the materials to practice the skill or concept, and answer any questions the class may have.

Closure

• Review the main points of the lesson and ask students to share what they learned.
• Remind students that they can continue to practice the skill or concept at home using the materials provided to them.

Assessment

• Observe students during independent practice to assess their understanding of the skill or concept.
• Collect and review their drawings or writing to assess their ability to apply the skill or concept in a creative or thoughtful way.