5.+Day+of+Respect

= Lesson Description =

The focus of this lesson is on self-esteem and respect. During the lesson, students will discuss the definitions of self-esteem and respect. They will also learn about stress and simple stress relieving mechanisms, like deep breathing. To encourage self-esteem, students will create a "Self-Esteem Star Art Project" which will be displayed in the classroom. Finally, students will be given tips for healthy communication, along with an activity to complete with their families to promote healthy communication.

= Lesson Goals = Students will be able to:
 * Relieve stress using simple de-stressing exercises
 * Build self-esteem by reflecting on positive characteristics
 * Respectively and clearly express emotions using "I-Messages"

**This Lesson Provided:** = This lesson provides multiple representation of content by introducing the materials in several fashions. Students will participate in discussions, in activities, and art projects. The content will be taught using a variety of materials. = = This lesson provides multiple means of action and expression by giving the students several different ways to express themselves. Students will be able to share with others through verbal conversations, art projects, and activities. = = This lesson provides multiple means of engagement by requiring the students to use several different parts of their brains. They will use their auditory senses in the discussion. They will use their visual senses during the art project. They will use their tactile-kinesthetic senses during the stress relieving exercises. =