Apple Activity ASCA National Standards:
PS:A1 Acquire Self-knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-knowledge Application
1. Build vocabulary, increase correct use of grammar, public speaking, increase self-knowledge, increase interpersonal skill, and gain self-knowledge
2. Decrease name calling and verbal bullying while increasing use of positive words.
How negative and positive words have an impact on our lives. How does this lesson connect to Casey and The Amazing Giant Green Shirt? As Casey learned the power of kind words, so do the students with this activity.
Apples, Knife, Cutting board
Before the class begins, the teacher will slightly bruise an apple by rolling/banging it on the floor. (This mainly needs to be done for the younger kids.) Students sit in a circle.
Teacher asks students how many of them have heard the saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.” How many of you believe this statement is true?