⁣Lesson Plan: Creating an Among Us Valentine's Day Box

⁣Lesson Plan: Creating an Among Us Valentine's Day Box

Grade Level: 3-5

Subject: Arts and Crafts

Duration: 60 minutes

Common Core Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.3.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.4.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 4 topics and texts, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.5.1: Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 5 topics and texts, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.

Objectives:
- Students will create an Among Us Valentine's Day Box using easy and inexpensive materials.
- Students will follow step-by-step instructions to construct the box.
- Students will engage in collaborative discussions to share ideas and creative variations.

Materials:
- Empty shoebox or similar-sized box for each student
- Construction paper (various colors)
- Scissors
- Glue or tape
- Markers or colored pencils
- Among Us-themed printouts or stickers (optional)

Procedure:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
- Begin the lesson by discussing Valentine's Day and the tradition of exchanging cards and gifts.
- Introduce the concept of creating a Valentine's Day Box to collect and display cards.

2. Box Construction (25 minutes):
- Instruct students to take their empty shoebox or box and cover its exterior with construction paper, using glue or tape to secure it in place.
- Encourage students to choose colors that align with the Among Us theme or their personal preferences.
- Provide step-by-step instructions for creating a slot on the top of the box for inserting cards.
- Assist students as needed during the construction process.

3. Among Us Decorations (15 minutes):
- Distribute Among Us-themed printouts or stickers (optional) to students.
- Encourage students to cut out Among Us characters or use stickers to decorate their Valentine's Day Box.
- Students can also draw and color their own Among Us characters on construction paper to add to their box.

4. Collaborative Discussion (10 minutes):
- Divide students into small groups or pairs.
- Instruct them to share their creative variations and ideas for decorating their Valentine's Day Box.
- Encourage students to build on each other's ideas and provide constructive feedback.

5. Sharing and Reflection (5 minutes):
- Invite students to share their completed Among Us Valentine's Day Boxes with the class.
- Allow students to explain the design choices they made and why they chose the Among Us theme.
- Facilitate a brief discussion on the importance of creativity and personal expression in art and crafts.

6. Conclusion (5 minutes):
- Summarize the main points discussed during the lesson.
- Emphasize the importance of creativity, collaboration, and using inexpensive materials to create meaningful crafts.
- Encourage students to use their Valentine's Day Boxes to collect and cherish the cards they receive on Valentine's Day.

Common Core Labels Correlations:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.3.2
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.4.1
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.5.1

We make Valentine’s Day boxes using just a box, construction paper, glue and scissors every year around here, and the possibilities are endless! Ben was so excited to make a Valentine’s Day box this year from one of his new favorite things—Among Us! He chose to make the red Among Us character for his Valentine’s Day box this year, and we worked together to make it happen! ???‍???Thanks for watching!? LauraLet’s be friends! http://www.instagram.com/smallstuffbigfamily #amongus #valentinesdayboxideas #easyDIY