The Search for Santa Paws – 2-Hour Lesson Plan & Student Worksheet

This lesson plan provides a fun and meaningful way to introduce the charm of The Search for Santa Paws into your classroom. It guides elementary students through a two-hour learning experience filled with empathy, teamwork, and holiday cheer. It will be easy to utilize, flexible, and prepared for teaching for educators.

Students start with engaging pre-viewing activities that introduce key terminology and leverage existing knowledge. They employ an active viewing guide to assist them in tracking the storyline, understanding the characters, and recognizing important themes during the film. Furthermore, the session includes brief movement breaks to maintain everyone's concentration and planned pauses to support sensitive students.

Students engage in meaningful discussions that encourage empathy and enhance social-emotional learning after the film. They engage on a personal level, share feelings, and talk about right and wrong conduct. At the end, every student has the chance to express their thoughts through writing or drawing.

This resource encourages a nurturing learning atmosphere in which all children can succeed and is perfect for Grades 2–5. Educators will be pleased with its effectiveness and the love students have for it