Lesson Plan

Friendship Circle Lesson Plan

Students will identify key qualities of a good friend and practice giving compliments to classmates through a group discussion and cooperative circle activity.

Building friendship skills supports social-emotional development, fosters a positive classroom community, and teaches students how to form respectful, caring relationships.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Discuss Friend Qualities

5 minutes

Step 3

Compliment Circle Activity

6 minutes

Step 4

Closure

2 minutes

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Friendship Circle

What Is a Friend?

Qualities of a Good Friend

Kindness

Listening

Sharing

Compliment Circle Activity

Let’s Practice Friendship!

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Discussion

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Activity

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Friendship Circle

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