Lesson Plan
Friendship Builders: Session 1
Introduce empathy and active listening skills; students will identify peers’ feelings and practice listening by paraphrasing.
Building empathy and listening skills helps students form supportive friendships by understanding others’ emotions and communicating effectively.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session 1 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Feelings Check-In Warm-Up
3 minutes
Step 2
Empathy Introduction
5 minutes
Step 3
Active Listening Game
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflect and Share
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 1: Building Empathy
What Is Empathy?
Why Is Empathy Important?
Empathy in Action
Active Listening Game Instructions
Worksheet
Game
Lesson Plan
Friendship Builders: Session 2
Introduce positive communication skills; students will learn to use “I” statements and give sincere compliments to strengthen friendships.
Teaching respectful self-expression and appreciation helps students communicate feelings clearly, build confidence, and foster supportive peer relationships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session 2 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Compliment Chain Warm-Up
3 minutes
Step 2
Teaching “I” Statements
5 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Practice
4 minutes
Step 4
Compliment Circle Game
6 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Share
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 2: Positive Communication
What Are “I” Statements?
Why Use “I” Statements?
Structure of an “I” Statement
Examples of “I” Statements
Tips for Effective “I” Statements
Worksheet
Game
Lesson Plan
Friendship Builders: Session 3
Equip students with conflict-resolution skills; they will learn a four-step problem-solving process and practice resolving disputes through role-play.
Teaching structured conflict-resolution empowers students to handle disagreements constructively, nurturing empathy, cooperation, and stronger friendships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session 3 Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Conflict Discussion Warm-Up
3 minutes
Step 2
Teach Problem-Solving Steps
6 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Practice
5 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Activity
5 minutes
Step 5
Group Reflection
1 minute
Slide Deck
Session 3: Conflict-Resolution Skills
Why Conflict Resolution?
The Four Steps
1. Stop and Calm Down
2. Talk and Listen
3. Brainstorm Solutions
4. Agree on a Solution
Example in Action
Worksheet
Game
