Lesson Plan
Friendship Detectives Lesson Plan
Students will learn to recognize subtle forms of relational aggression (like exclusion or gossip) and practice positive responses to support kindness in friendships.
Relational aggression can harm students’ self-esteem and peer relationships. Teaching them to spot and address these behaviors builds empathy, resilience, and a safer classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Lesson Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Hook
4 minutes
Step 2
Define Relational Aggression
5 minutes
Step 3
Scenario Analysis
8 minutes
Step 4
Group Sharing
5 minutes
Step 5
Independent Reflection
5 minutes
Step 6
Closing & Takeaway
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Friendship Detectives
What Makes a Good Friend?
What Is Relational Aggression?
Overt vs. Relational Aggression
Scenario Analysis
How to Respond
Reflection Time
Takeaway & Next Steps
Worksheet
Activity
