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Why Do We All Have to Stay Home? Lesson PlanWhy Do We All Have to Stay Home? Lesson Plan
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National Science Teaching Association
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1st - 5th
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Science
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Why Do We All Have to Stay Home?

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Learners, especially young ones, might be confused about why or frustrated that we have to stay at home. Help answer questions and calm emotions with a nine-page resource that details topics regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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Concepts

covid-19, pandemics, healthy habits, the home, health problems, viruses, illness, diseases

Additional Tags

health

Instructional Ideas

  • Reassure class members that this is "for now" not for "forever" and the safety precautions we take now will help us get back to a more normal life 
  • Brainstorm fun at-home activities, write down ideas and send the list home for pupils to share with their families
  • Send a letter to parents and guardians detailing important notes from the resource that encourages a discussion at home 

Classroom Considerations

  • Take note of pupils having a tough time coping with the current state of the world—refer them to a counselor to gain extra support
  • Stats may need to be updated depending on when you conduct this lesson 

Pros

  • Provides a detailed plan that includes talking points and a script
  • Offers ways to greet others in a safe and healthy manner 
  • Promotes helahty habits

Cons

  • None

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