Scholars identify the difference between healthy touches and private touches. A discussion leads pupils to recognize several trusting adults. Peers role-play scenarios in which they use three rules to remain safe.

Concepts

self-awareness, responsible decision-making, social-emotional learning, safety, personal space, body parts, body awareness, the human body, harassment, sexual harassment

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Perform the lesson with small groups for a more comfortable atmosphere to share feelings
• Offer learners time alone with the school counselor if they need to work something out personally 
• Send a letter home to parents and guardians encouraging them to start an open dialogue about the topic

Classroom Considerations

• The final lesson in a series of three examines different types of touches
• Obtain parent or guardian consent before starting the lesson
• Take mandatory action if you suspect dangerous behavior
• Although the lesson mentions a counselor, a classroom teacher can also conduct it

Pros

• Provides class members with tools to stand-up for oneself
• Touches on social-emotional learning concepts—self-awareness and responsible decision-making

Cons

• Graphics on page seven appear out of focus

Common Core

SL.1.6