Lesson Plan

Etiquette Essentials Lesson Plan

Students will learn and practice professional greetings, communication etiquette, and presentation skills through guided scenarios and role-play to build confidence in real-world interactions.

Professional etiquette is essential for academic and workplace success; learning these skills early empowers students to communicate effectively, make positive impressions, and navigate diverse social settings.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Presentation

10 minutes

Step 3

Role-Play Practice

10 minutes

Step 4

Debrief & Feedback

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Etiquette Essentials

Welcome students and introduce today’s topic: professional etiquette. Explain why these skills matter in school, jobs, and everyday life.

What Is Professional Etiquette?

Define etiquette and relate it to respect and confidence. Ask students for examples of good and poor etiquette.

Greeting Etiquette

Discuss the elements of a strong greeting. Demonstrate a firm handshake and appropriate eye contact.

Communication Etiquette

Cover verbal and nonverbal communication. Encourage active listening and polite language.

Presentation & Posture

Explain how posture and appearance support your message. Show examples of good vs. poor posture.

Practice & Next Steps

Introduce the role-play activity and direct students to the handout. Explain how to give peer feedback.

Lesson Plan

Etiquette Essentials Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Presentation

Step 3

Role-Play Practice

Step 4

Debrief & Feedback

Slide Deck

Etiquette Essentials

What Is Professional Etiquette?

Greeting Etiquette

Communication Etiquette

Presentation & Posture

Practice & Next Steps

Activity

Worksheet

Etiquette Essentials

Tonia Jones