Pause for People (UK)

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

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Whether it's watching TV or playing on a tablet, using tech can be super fun! Often, children find it hard to transition from an online activity to an offline one.

Teach your learners a simple routine for how to manage those inevitable digital interruptions that are part of everyone's lives in the digital age.

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Learning 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.

Key Vocabulary: pause · device · frustrated Show definitions

pause:

to stop what you're doing or saying

device:

an electronic piece of equipment like a phone, tablet, or laptop

frustrated:

feeling annoyed

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Media Balance & Well-Being

Pause for People (UK)

Lesson Plan

Explore: See You Later, Tech!

Chant: Pause, Breathe, Finish Up!

Perform: Act It Out!

Reflect: Pause & Think Moment

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