Lesson Plan

Friendship Formula Plan

Students will learn and practice three key friendship skills—greeting, sharing, and active listening—through hands-on activities and partner play to build social confidence.

Developing friendship skills helps 2nd graders feel connected, supported, and happy, reducing loneliness and creating a positive classroom community.

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Prepare Friendship Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Ingredient Exploration

8 minutes

Step 3

Craft & Skill Practice

12 minutes

Step 4

Reflection & Closing

5 minutes

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Friendship Formula

Learning Objectives

The Friendship Formula

Ingredient 1: Greeting

Ingredient 2: Sharing

Ingredient 3: Listening

Craft & Practice

Reflection & Closing

Let’s Use the Formula!

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Friendship Formula

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Ashley Maxwell

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