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Friendship Formula Lesson Plan

Students will explore key elements of healthy friendships, practice identifying qualities of supportive peers, and develop strategies to initiate and maintain connections through discussion, worksheets, and reflection.

Friendships enhance well-being, belonging, and social skills. This lesson empowers 9th graders to build strong peer relationships, improving classroom climate and student resilience.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Friendship Elements Exploration

10 minutes

Step 3

Pair Share Activity

7 minutes

Step 4

Reflection Prompt

5 minutes

Step 5

Closing & Assessment

3 minutes

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Friendship Formula

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Why Friendships Matter

Warm-Up: Defining Friendship

Friendship Elements Exploration

Pair Share Activity

Reflection Prompt

Closing & Next Steps

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Friendship Formula

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Bridget Yurgel

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