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Buddy Troubles Lesson Plan

Students will recognize common friendship conflicts and practice simple, peaceful resolution strategies to foster empathy and cooperation.

This lesson helps first graders build essential social skills—empathy, communication, and problem-solving—leading to a more positive, inclusive classroom community.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Friendship and Feelings

5 minutes

Step 2

Identify Common Conflicts

8 minutes

Step 3

Practice Resolution Strategies

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflect and Draw

7 minutes

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Buddy Troubles

How Do Friends Make Us Feel?

Common Friendship Conflicts

Solution Strategies

Time to Role-Play!

Draw Your Solution

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Buddy Troubles

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Cynthia Cook

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