Lesson Plan
Drama-Free Zone: Building Bridges with Kindness
Guide 5th grade students to understand the effects of sarcasm and develop respectful, kind communication to build better relationships.
This lesson helps 5th graders recognize how sarcasm can harm relationships and teaches them practical strategies to interact with peers in a supportive, kind manner.
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Prep
Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Ground Rules
3 minutes
Step 2
Discussion: Understanding Sarcasm and Kind Communication
10 minutes
Step 3
Game: Relationship Builder
7 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down Discussion
5 minutes

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