The Bear That Went to School©

Words to Know:

rules – laws and statements telling us what to do and not to do. Every game has rules.

Introduction:

This is story about a young bear that wandered into a schoolroom and wanted to go to school.

Read Story Aloud:

Discussion:

Why did the bear want to go to school?

What did the bear tell the teacher he was very good at doing?

What did the bear have to follow in order to stay in the classroom?

Why do we have rules?

Can you tell me one rule we follow in school (or at home)?

Enrichment: (Optional)

Listening and memory exercise: Have the student repeat a list of five (or more) objects you mention.

Character Traits:

Discipline: (Obedience to rules of conduct)

Adaptability: (The bear was allowed to stay in the classroom by following the rules.)

Wisdom: (The bear was wise to learn all he could for his future life.)

Respect; Politeness: (The students showed respect by being polite and thanking their teacher.)