Lesson Plan
Drama Detectives Lesson Plan
Students will act as “Drama Detectives” to identify friendship conflicts, learn communication strategies, and practice resolving scenarios through role-play to strengthen peer relationships.
Friendship drama can harm social dynamics; teaching students to navigate conflicts with empathy and clear communication fosters a positive classroom climate and builds essential social-emotional skills.
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Prepare Materials
30 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Icebreaker
10 minutes
Step 2
Defining Friendship Drama
15 minutes
Step 3
Drama Detective Teams & Scenario Exploration
20 minutes
Step 4
Communication Strategies Mini-Lesson
15 minutes
Step 5
Role-Play & Resolution Practice
20 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Detective Reports
10 minutes

Slide Deck
Drama Detectives
Icebreaker: Celebrate Your Friend
What Is Friendship Drama?
Examples of Drama
Teams & Scenario Exploration
Communication Strategies
Role-Play & Practice
Reflection & Detective Reports
You’re Official Drama Detectives!

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