Lesson Plan

Mastering the Art of Friendship Lesson Plan

Students will learn essential social skills including empathy, effective communication, and conflict resolution to build and maintain meaningful friendships.

Understanding and practicing these skills will help students navigate social interactions and foster a supportive classroom environment.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials and Review Content

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Overview

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Group Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Whole-Class Discussion and Reflective Wrap-Up

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Mastering the Art of Friendship

Introduce the session by welcoming students and highlighting the importance of friendship and social skills. Explain that today we will explore what makes a good friend and how to communicate effectively.

Empathy

Discuss the concept of empathy. Use real-life examples to explain how understanding and sharing feelings can lead to better friendships.

Effective Communication

Highlight effective communication strategies. Emphasize the importance of clear and respectful conversation in maintaining relationships.

Conflict Resolution

Describe conflict resolution techniques and how to handle disagreements. Encourage students to think of peaceful solutions during conflicts.

Interactive Group Activity

Prepare the class for a group activity. Instruct students to discuss scenarios from their [Group Activity Cards](#group-activity-cards) and to reflect on how empathy, communication, and conflict resolution play a role in their interactions.

Reflect and Share

Wrap up the lesson by reviewing key points and inviting each group to share one takeaway from their discussion.