Lesson Plan

Drama-Free Friends Lesson Plan

Students will learn to identify and manage friendship drama through guided discussion and role-play, practicing conflict resolution strategies to strengthen peer relationships.

Friendship drama can cause stress, distraction, and weakened peer bonds. This lesson equips 5th graders with tools to navigate conflicts, express feelings, and rebuild trust in a safe, structured setting.

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Gather and Review Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Group Discussion

8 minutes

Step 3

Role-Play Activity

12 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Wrap-Up

5 minutes

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Drama-Free Friends

Lesson Objectives

Review: Common Emotions

What Is Friendship Drama?

Group Discussion

Conflict-Resolution Strategies

Role-Play Activity

Reflection & Next Steps

Thank You

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Drama-Free Friends

Alyssha Walker

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