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Do We Have to Have Rules?: DO WE HAVE TO HAVE RULES?

SS Inquiry for Stds. 2.3 The United States is founded on the principles of democracy, and these principles are reflected in all types of communities. 2.4 Communities have rules and laws that affect how they function.

 

 

Everyone knows that school is full of rules! Do you think we need them?

Do we HAVE to have rules?

Brainstorm your thoughts about these questions:

  • What is a rule?
  • Why is it important to follow rules?

1. T-Chart

Make a class chart:

Rules We Like Rules We Don't Like

2. Values Discussion

Rules start from our values:

  • Values are the things we believe in.
  • Values are beliefs, but they might be different for different people.
  • Values are ideas we think are important.

 

3. Role Playing

Pretend to be a student at home who does not pick up his or her toys. Role-play what could happen when other family members enter into the toy-filled room.
Pretend to be coming from the lunch line with your tray of food when other students start playing tag in the lunchroom. Role-play what might happen.
Pretend to be doing your homework next to someone who is humming or singing. Role-play what you might say to the person and how he or she would respond.
Pretend to be a parent who is crossing the street with a young child, but the child refuses to hold your hand. Role-play what could happen.