Lesson Plan

Beyond Comparisons Lesson Plan

Students will identify feelings triggered by parental comparisons and learn to use effective communication strategies to express their emotions and set respectful boundaries with their mom.

Parental comparisons can leave adolescents feeling invalidated and frustrated, harming family dynamics. This lesson empowers students to recognize their emotions, build empathy, and practice self-advocacy skills to improve communication at home.

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Prep

Prepare Lesson Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Rapport Building

2 minutes

Step 2

Identify and Reflect on Feelings

4 minutes

Step 3

Introduce Communication Strategies

4 minutes

Step 4

Role-Play Practice

3 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up and Next Steps

2 minutes

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Slide Deck

Beyond Comparisons

Welcome & Purpose

Identifying Your Feelings

Communication Strategies

Role-Play Practice

Wrap-Up & Next Steps

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Worksheet

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Activity

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Script

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Rubric

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Beyond Comparisons

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