Lesson Plan
Connection Blueprint
Students will practice active listening and participate in structured icebreaker activities to share personal interests, strengthen peer connections, and reflect on relationship-building skills.
Building strong relationships and empathetic listening early fosters a supportive classroom environment. This lesson helps 5th graders feel seen, heard, and more connected to peers.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Speed Meet
7 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Active Listening
8 minutes
Step 3
Partner Interviews
15 minutes
Step 4
Circle Share Discussion
10 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: Connection Reflection
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Building Bridges: Active Listening
What Is Active Listening?
Why Active Listening Matters
Key Skills of Active Listening
Demonstration: Good vs. Poor Listening
Practice Tips
Next Up: Partner Interviews

Warm Up


Activity


Cool Down

