Topic 3: 2nd Grade Media Balance
The lesson content below is from CommonSense:
2nd Grade Media Balance Lesson:
Essential Questions:
- Why is it important to have device-free moments?
- How do we create device-free moments in our lives? Why is this important?
Discussion Questions:
- How does it feel when others are distracted by their devices when you want to spend time with them?
- What are some times in your day or week where devices should be put away for quality time with friends and family?
- Where are there other times in your life where devices should be put away?
Lesson Plan:
Common Sense Lesson - Device-Free Moments
Vocabulary:
- attention – noticing someone or something as important
- distraction – something that keeps you from giving your full attention
- concentration – giving your full attention to a specific activity
Student Handouts:
Family Letter:
During the week, you will be providing instruction to students on Media Balance. Please either send a printed copy of or a digital copy of the accompanied parent letter home to support families on this topic. The Family Letter reviews the Digital Agency topic, provides parents with discussion questions, and resources to support their students.
The Family Letter Intro Letter provides parents/guardians with an explanation of how to use the letter with their students. It is recommended to send the Intro Family Letter home at the beginning of the school year to explain to parents how these monthly letters will support their students at home, at school, and in their Digital Life.
2nd Grade Family Letter
Family Letter Translations:
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