Cooperation Mini-Lesson (grades 6-8)

Teaching cooperation can feel tricky—students know the word, but not what it actually looks like in real classroom situations.

This mini-lesson walks students through cooperation step-by-step using teacher scripting, guided discussion, active practice, and a quick assessment.

Everything is ready to use, so you can focus on facilitating—not inventing examples on the fly.

Designed for a 20–30 minute session, this lesson follows the “I do, we do, you do” structure and includes an exit ticket for assessment.

What’s Included:

• Teacher script for direct instruction
  
• Age-appropriate discussion prompts and real-world scenarios
  
• Group Cooperation Puzzle activity — students work silently in groups with a 12-piece puzzle, ensuring everyone contributes fairly and no one dominates the task
  
• Exit ticket to assess understanding

Why This Mini-Lesson Works:

• Focuses on fair participation, teamwork, and problem-solving
  
• Go beyond “work together” and teach students what it means to really cooperate
• Hands-on, low-prep activity encourages active group collaboration
• Engaging: discussion, group puzzle, and exit ticket

Want all grade levels? Get the K-8 bundle here!

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