Lesson Plan
Unit Overview
Introduce students to the decision-making model and the unit’s goals by practicing initial application to relationship scenarios, so they can recognize steps and apply them responsibly.
Understanding a clear process for making respectful relationship decisions builds students’ confidence to navigate social situations and fosters healthier interactions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
20 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Hook
5 minutes
Step 2
Objectives & Agenda
5 minutes
Step 3
Teach the Decision-Making Model
10 minutes
Step 4
Guided Example with Relationship Scenario
10 minutes
Step 5
Pair Practice
10 minutes
Step 6
Share, Reflect & Exit Ticket
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Relationship Choices: Unit Overview
Welcome & Hook
Objectives & Agenda
Decision-Making Model Overview
Step 1: Stop & Step 2: Think
Step 3: Explore Options & Step 4: Decide
Step 5: Act & Step 6: Reflect
Guided Example
Pair Practice
Exit Ticket
Activity
Reading
Script
Lesson Plan
Setting Healthy Boundaries
Help students define and set healthy personal boundaries in relationships to respect themselves and others.
Strong boundaries promote self-respect, prevent unhealthy dynamics, and teach students to recognize and honor limits in friendships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Brainstorm
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Boundary Concepts
10 minutes
Step 3
Scenario Sorting
10 minutes
Step 4
Personal Boundary Development
10 minutes
Step 5
Share, Reflect & Exit Ticket
10 minutes
Lesson Plan
Peer Pressure & Assertiveness
Equip students to recognize and resist peer pressure and practice clear, respectful assertive communication.
Building assertiveness helps students stand up for their values and maintain healthy relationships when facing influence from others.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Assertiveness Skills
10 minutes
Step 3
Role-Play Practice
15 minutes
Step 4
Group Debrief
10 minutes
Step 5
Reflect & Exit
5 minutes
Lesson Plan
Digital Citizenship & Respect Online
Students will learn principles of digital citizenship and respect online, practicing privacy protection and empathetic communication.
As students navigate social media and online platforms, understanding respectful etiquette and privacy rights prevents conflict, cyberbullying, and promotes positive digital relationships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Key Concepts
10 minutes
Step 3
Scenario Analysis
10 minutes
Step 4
Pledge Development
10 minutes
Step 5
Share, Reflect & Exit Ticket
10 minutes
Lesson Plan
Handling Gossip & Rumors
Enable students to recognize harmful gossip and rumors, apply decision‐making steps to address them responsibly, and practice supportive communication.
Handling gossip and rumors fosters a respectful environment, reduces conflict, and teaches students to support peers and communicate truthfully.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Key Concepts
10 minutes
Step 3
Reflection Journal
10 minutes
Step 4
Role‐Play Practice
15 minutes
Step 5
Share, Debrief & Exit Ticket
5 minutes
Lesson Plan
Navigating Conflicts
Teach students structured conflict resolution strategies to address disagreements constructively and restore positive relationships.
Equipping students with conflict-navigation skills fosters empathy, effective communication, and healthy peer interactions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Conflict Resolution Strategies
10 minutes
Step 3
Model a Conflict Scenario
10 minutes
Step 4
Role‐Play Practice
15 minutes
Step 5
Debrief & Reflect
5 minutes
Lesson Plan
Supporting Friends in Trouble
Teach students how to recognize when friends need help, use empathy and active listening, and offer appropriate support strategies.
When peers face challenges, knowing how to listen and help responsibly strengthens friendships and promotes a caring community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Support Strategies
10 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Application
10 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Practice
15 minutes
Step 5
Share & Reflect
5 minutes
Lesson Plan
Managing Crushes & Jealousy
Guide students to identify and manage emotions tied to crushes and jealousy, and practice healthy coping and communication strategies.
Adolescents experience strong feelings of attraction and jealousy. Learning to understand and express these emotions prevents misunderstandings, reduces conflict, and promotes respectful peer relationships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Hook & Personal Reflection
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Emotional Awareness
10 minutes
Step 3
Feelings Mapping Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Coping Strategy Practice
10 minutes
Step 5
Share, Chart & Exit Ticket
10 minutes
Lesson Plan
Unit Review & Reflection
Consolidate students’ mastery of all six decision‐making steps and key relationship skills by engaging in review activities, reflective writing, and creating a personal exit portfolio to demonstrate learning.
Reflection and synthesis help students internalize the decision‐making process, recognize growth, and plan how to apply these skills in future relationship challenges.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Step Stations Review
15 minutes
Step 3
Exit Portfolio Reflection
10 minutes
Step 4
Share Highlights & Celebrate
10 minutes
Step 5
Final Exit Ticket
5 minutes
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