Lesson Plan

Friendship Foundations Plan

Students will identify and demonstrate qualities of healthy friendships, practice effective communication, and reflect on personal boundaries to strengthen supportive peer relationships.

Building strong friendships enhances students’ social awareness, empathy, and emotional support, promoting a positive classroom climate and equipping them with real-world relationship skills.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Group Discussion

8 minutes

Step 3

Role-Play Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Closure

7 minutes

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Friendship Foundations

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Healthy Relationship Qualities

What Makes a Friendship Healthy?

Group Discussion

Role-Play Activity

Boundary Reflection

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Friendship Foundations

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Latoya Ogunbona

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