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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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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Beyond Comparisons
Welcome & Purpose
Identifying Your Feelings
Communication Strategies
Role-Play Practice
Wrap-Up & Next Steps

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