Lesson Plan

Friendship Foundations Plan

Students will identify key qualities of friendship and practice cooperative communication through fun group activities, aiming to strengthen empathy and teamwork.

Building strong friendships supports social–emotional growth and fosters a positive classroom environment. This lesson helps 2nd graders develop empathy, communication skills, and inclusive behaviors by experiencing friendship in action.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Warm-Up: Compliment Circle

5 minutes

Step 3

Discussion: Friends in Action

10 minutes

Step 4

Activity: Pair Up Puzzles

15 minutes

Step 5

Cool-Down: Thumbs-Up Reflection

5 minutes

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Friends in Action!

Scenario 1: Sharing Is Caring

Scenario 2: Helping a Friend

Scenario 3: Including Others

Scenario 4: Teamwork in Class

What Did You Notice?

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Warm Up

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Activity

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Cool Down

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How Do We Build Friendship?

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