Lesson Plan
Building Bridges Lesson Plan
Students will develop and practice relationship skills—active listening, empathy, and cooperation—through interactive activities and guided discussions to strengthen peer connections and foster a supportive classroom community.
Strong relationship skills help students communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and build trust. Teaching these Tier 1 skills benefits the whole class by promoting respect, collaboration, and emotional safety.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Active Listening Exercise
10 minutes
Step 3
Empathy Role-Play
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Debrief
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Building Bridges
Today’s Objectives
Warm-Up: What Makes a Good Friend?
Key Relationship Skills
Activity Instructions
Reflection & Next Steps
Activity
Activity
Worksheet
