Lesson Plan
Drama-Free Squad Lesson Plan
Students will learn to recognize and resolve common friendship dramas by practicing communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills through group discussions and guided activities.
This lesson equips 3rd graders with essential social-emotional tools to handle conflicts, fosters positive peer relationships, and reduces classroom tension by teaching practical strategies for resolving disagreements.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Scenario Exploration
10 minutes
Step 3
Empathy Mapping
5 minutes
Step 4
Problem-Solving Practice
7 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Pledge
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Drama-Free Squad
Today’s Goal
Materials You’ll Need
Introduction
Scenario Exploration
Empathy Mapping
Problem-Solving Practice
Wrap-Up & Pledge
Activity
Activity
Worksheet
Activity
Cool Down
