Connect students directly to the concept in a personal way. Capture students' attention by initiating a group problem-solving activity before delivery of instruction. Begin with a situation that is familiar to students and builds on what they already know. Construct a learning experience that allows diverse and personal student responses. Facilitate the work of cooperative teams of students.

With soft music playing, take students on a guided imagery to a time they felt lonely.

Objective: To provide students with an experience in which they use their five senses.

Activity: Have soft music playing. Teacher takes students on a guided imagery. Take them to a time when they felt lonely. Elicit details by using the five senses. For example, ask "What did you see, smell, touch, taste, hear?"

Assessment: Involvement of students in guided imagery.