The Empty Chair
Leo is new in Maple Class, and the chair beside him stays empty. Watch the film, make the choices, build the bridge and fill Leo's belonging meter.
For the whole class on a whiteboard, or on a tablet or laptop. Turn on 👥 Teams to play in two teams. Nothing children type or tap is saved or sent.
A new face
Have you ever been new somewhere? What helped you feel welcome?
Forgotten
⏪ REWINDMonday
Why do you think the class forgot to include Leo?
The bridge challenge
Listen to Leo
How can we make sure quiet voices are heard in our class?
The big question
Think quietly, then share with your partner.
The empty chair
A bridge of belonging
Ready for the rest of the story?
The complete adventure has all six chapters: the Bridge Lab, the noisy classroom, the triangle bridge, the big question, the empty chair, the Circle Time Wheel, the welcome card maker and the Welcome Champion certificate.
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Welcome Champion
This certificate is awarded to
for noticing, including, listening, putting things right and making everyone feel welcome
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