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Mastering the Art of Friendship Lesson Plan

Students will learn key social skills for building and maintaining healthy friendships through interactive discussions and activities.

Developing social skills promotes empathy, effective communication, and conflict resolution, which enhance both personal well-being and academic success.

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Preparation Overview

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Closing

5 minutes

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Mastering the Art of Friendship

Introduce the lesson by welcoming the students and setting a positive tone. Emphasize that today's lesson is about learning how to be a good friend and understanding the qualities that make friendships strong.

What Makes a Great Friend?

Discuss with students what qualities they think make a good friend. Prompt them to think of examples from their own experiences. Encourage participation and list key attributes on the board if possible.

Interactive Activity: Role-Play

Transition to the interactive role-play activity. Explain the instructions clearly, and divide the class into small groups. Remind students that each scenario is an opportunity to practice problem-solving and empathy.

Reflection Time

Guide the students through their reflections. Ask them to write down at least one key takeaway from their role-play activity and one way they can apply these skills in their own lives.

Closing & Key Takeaways

Wrap up the session by summarizing the main points. Reiterate the importance of friendship and encourage students to implement what they've learned during future interactions.

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