Lesson Plan
Friendship Builders Lesson Plan
Students will develop essential social skills—sharing, taking turns, empathy, and conflict resolution—through guided practice and hands-on activities over six 30-minute sessions.
Early social skill development fosters positive peer interactions, reduces conflict in the classroom, and builds confidence in forming friendships, supporting kindergarteners who need extra practice with cooperative play.
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Prep
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15 minutes
Step 1
Session 1: Getting to Know You
30 minutes
Step 2
Session 2: Sharing Is Caring
30 minutes
Step 3
Session 3: Taking Turns
30 minutes
Step 4
Session 4: Understanding Feelings
30 minutes
Step 5
Session 5: Resolving Conflicts
30 minutes
Step 6
Session 6: Friendship Celebration
30 minutes

Slide Deck
Friendship Builders
Today’s Objectives
What Is a Friend?
Session 1: Getting to Know You
Session 2 Concept: Sharing Is Caring
Session 2 Activity: Sharing Practice
Session 3 Concept: Taking Turns
Session 3 Activity: Turn-Taking Game
Session 4 Concept: Understanding Feelings
Session 4 Activity: Emotion Match
Session 5: Resolving Conflicts
Session 6: Friendship Celebration

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Project Guide

