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Pause for People

How do you say goodbye to technology when you don't want to?

Grade

K

Time

30 mins.

Objectives

  • Learn why it's important to be aware and respectful of people while using devices.
  • Learn the Pause, Breathe, Finish Up routine as a self-regulation strategy for transitioning from technology to face-to-face interactions.

Vocabulary Show definitions

device . frustrated . pause
device a piece of electronic equipment like a phone, tablet, or laptop
frustrated feeling annoyed
pause to stop what you're doing or saying
Standards
This lesson meets standards for Common Core ELA, ISTE, CASEL and AASL.
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Lesson Plan

30 mins.

What You’ll Need

In Class