Lesson Plan
Polite Power Lesson Plan
Teach the student polite strategies for expressing disagreement—using “I” statements, calm tone, and active listening—and practice these through guided role-play and reflection.
Polite conflict resolution builds empathy, preserves relationships, and boosts confidence. Learning these skills early empowers the student to handle disagreements respectfully and effectively.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Politeness Strategies
10 minutes
Step 3
Guided Role-Play
25 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Self-Assessment
10 minutes
Step 5
Closure and Next Steps
10 minutes

Slide Deck
Polite Power
Warm-Up Discussion
Politeness Strategies
Guided Role-Play
Reflection & Self-Assessment
Closure & Next Steps

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