Lesson Plan

Bubble Boundaries Lesson Plan

Students will understand personal space as an invisible “bubble” around them and practice recognizing and respecting others’ boundaries through discussion, activities, and games.

Understanding personal space builds respect, reduces conflicts, and helps students feel comfortable and safe in social settings.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Materials Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Hook

5 minutes

Step 2

Direct Instruction

10 minutes

Step 3

Hula Hoop Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Worksheet & Group Discussion

10 minutes

Step 5

Boundary Respect Game

5 minutes

Step 6

Cool-Down Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Bubble Boundaries

Welcome students and introduce the topic. Say: “Today we’re talking about personal space—think of it as a bubble that keeps you feeling safe.”

Hook Question

Prompt students to share. Say: “What is personal space? How does it feel when someone stands too close?” Pause for answers. Show an image of two people too close.

What Is Personal Space?

Explain the invisible bubble. Say: “Everyone has an invisible bubble around them. That’s their personal space.”

Why Boundaries Matter

Go through each point with simple examples.

Real-Life Examples

Ask students for other examples after reading these.

Hula Hoop Activity

Explain the steps and walk around during the activity.

Lesson Plan

Bubble Boundaries Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Materials Preparation

Step 1

Introduction & Hook

Step 2

Direct Instruction

Step 3

Hula Hoop Activity

Step 4

Worksheet & Group Discussion

Step 5

Boundary Respect Game

Step 6

Cool-Down Reflection

Slide Deck

Bubble Boundaries

Hook Question

What Is Personal Space?

Why Boundaries Matter

Real-Life Examples

Hula Hoop Activity

Worksheet

Activity

Game

Cool Down

Bubble Boundaries

Jackie Hafner