Changes in the family such as a new baby, divorce, a new job, or death are the focus of a lesson that examines how every family is different. Scholars draw a picture of their family then share the changes that have occurred within it. Learners reflect on what they hear and discuss the changes shared by their peers.

Concepts

families, family, family roles, parents, grandparents, siblings, social awareness, self-awareness, social-emotional learning

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Invite pupils to bring in one photo of their family
• Display family drawings for Open House, Back-to-School Night, place in folders during Parent-Teacher conferences
• Conduct the lesson at the start of the school year as part of a getting to know one another

Classroom Considerations

• Keep an eye out for class members that express negative emotions when talking or hearing about family, recommend counseling services as needed 
• The lesson can be performed by a teacher or counselor
• Requires drawing materials 

Pros

• Includes three effective ideas designed to extend the learning experience
• Boosts social and emotional learning competencies, self and social awareness

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.K.6