Lesson Plan
Healthy Connections Lesson Plan
Students will identify and describe characteristics of healthy versus unhealthy relationships, and practice setting boundaries, respect, and clear communication through discussion and a hands-on sorting activity.
Understanding healthy relationship skills helps students with autism recognize respect, set personal boundaries, and build positive friendships, supporting social growth and emotional well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Discussion: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Behaviors
8 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Sorting Behaviors
10 minutes
Step 4
Guided Role-Play with Scenarios
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Closure
2 minutes

Discussion


Activity

