Lesson Plan
Mind Your Words Lesson Plan
Students will learn to recognize hurtful comments and practice kinder language by exploring scenarios and creating respectful alternatives.
Building social tact early helps students develop empathy, foster positive peer relationships, and understand unspoken social norms about respectful communication.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Scenario Exploration
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Closure
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Mind Your Words
Learning Objectives
What Is Social Tact?
Why Words Matter
Scenario Exploration
Group Sharing
Reflection Time
Key Takeaways
Worksheet
Warm Up
Cool Down
Worksheet