Lesson Plan
Taming Trash Talk Plan
Students will learn respectful strategies to respond to mean comments and practice defusing “trash talk” using empathy and clear communication.
Building constructive response skills helps create a positive classroom culture, reduces conflicts, and equips students with real-world tools to handle teasing or bullying.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Trash Talk
5 minutes
Step 2
Scenario Role-Play
10 minutes
Step 3
Discuss Response Strategies
5 minutes
Step 4
Independent Practice
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Exit Ticket
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Taming Trash Talk
What Is Trash Talk?
Why Trash Talk Hurts
Role-Play Activity
Response Strategies
Practice & Exit Ticket

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