Community Building in the
Classroom Unit
Goal:
Students will work cooperatively to develop and implement a solution that helps contribute to a more inclusive classroom environment.
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Key concepts:
Critical literacy learning, conflict-resolution skills, empathy, critical and creative thinking skills, citizenship skills, collaboration and cooperation, inclusivity.
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Timing:
8 units (30-90 minutes each), includes culminating task.
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Curriculum links:
Social Studies, Health and Physical Education, Language, The Arts, Mathematics.
Community Building in the
Classroom Unit (Enhanced Version)
Goal:
Students will work cooperatively to develop and implement a solution that helps contribute to a more inclusive classroom environment.
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Key concepts:
Critical literacy learning, conflict-resolution skills, empathy, critical and creative thinking skills, citizenship skills, collaboration and cooperation, inclusivity.
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Timing:
8 units (90-120 minutes each), includes culminating task.
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Curriculum links:
Social Studies, Health and Physical Education, Language, The Arts, Mathematics.
Co-operNation
Books and Classroom Resources
This warm-hearted collection of stories & educational resources teaches children about co-operation, kindness, equality, and inclusion through the adventures of the "Co-oppaws" - a community of loveable, little creatures who inhabit the city of Co-operNation. Join them as they learn to work together while celebrating everyone’s unique “tails"!
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Open the door to Co-operNation in your classroom with curriculum-linked lesson plans & challenges - all designed by certified teachers.
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From creative writing & art, to science, social studies and character education, you'll find a library of engaging activities for parents and teachers to access.