Identify What Someone Would Like Gift Lesson Holiday Day 2
by Full SPED Ahead © 2025
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Price: $3 USD
Subjects: specialed,lifeSkills,Special Autism,sel,firstDayOfWinter,christmas,socialAwareness
Grades: 7,8,9,10,11
Description
Continue your week of thoughtful conversations with this Day 2 Teacher-Directed Lesson on The Meaning of Gift Giving, designed to support social-emotional learning (SEL) during the holiday season. In this lesson, students learn how to choose meaningful gifts by identifying what someone might like based on their interests, favorites, hobbies, and ways they relax. This is the second lesson in a 5-day unit focused on holiday SEL themes, making it perfect for special education, morning meetings, or whole-group instruction in general education settings. What’s Included: - Warm-Up Question to activate background knowledge and spark discussion - Key Vocabulary Words with student-friendly definitions - Mini-Lesson Story about choosing gifts based on what someone enjoys (in 2 differentiated levels) - Built-in Break for regulation and sensory needs - Interactive Activity where students practice matching people with gifts that reflect their personality and preferences - Closing Discussion Prompt to reflect on the importance of thoughtful giving ✨ Perfect for: - Holiday-themed SEL instruction - Special education and inclusion classrooms - Teaching empathy, perspective-taking, and communication skills - Providing routine and connection during a busy time of year 📌 Topics Covered: What makes a gift meaningful? How can we learn what someone likes? Matching gifts to hobbies, interests, and favorite things Thoughtful giving as a form of kindness and connection
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