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Seventh & Eighth Grade
LESSON
Five
Perfectly Imperfect: Building a Belonging Community
60 min
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In this lesson, students will explore the concepts of imperfection, fitting in, and belonging. Through journal prompts, class discussions, a lecture, and a collaborative group activity, students will reflect on their own quirks and mistakes, understand how these contribute to a sense of belonging, and creatively envision a school environment where everyone is accepted as they are.
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how to prepare for this lesson
At the start of class, teachers should have the following prepared:
- A plan to split class into small groups
- Student journals ready to be distributed
- Art supplies for students who choose drawing for the activity
Additional Resources
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- This lesson was adapted in part from The Calm Workbook by The School of Life.
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary. (n.d.). Imperfection.
- Mayo Clinic. (2023). Anxiety disorders.
- National Public Radio (NPR). (2021). The Importance of Sleep and Mental Health.