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Navigating the Heart Lesson Plan

Empower 9th grade girls to understand the elements of a healthy relationship and identify red flags in interpersonal relationships.

This lesson supports social-emotional development and equips students with the tools to build and maintain healthy relationships while recognizing early warning signs of potential issues.

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20 minutes

Step 1

Session 1: Understanding Healthy Relationships

40 minutes

Step 2

Session 2: Spotting Red Flags in Relationships

40 minutes

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Welcome to Healthy Relationships

Introduce the topic to students. Explain that the session will cover what makes a relationship healthy and why these components are important in our lives. Encourage students to think of examples from media or personal experiences, without sharing personal details, to make it relatable.

Key Components of a Healthy Relationship

Define each key component with supportive examples. Ask questions: 'Why do you think trust is important?' and 'Can you share an example of good communication?' to facilitate group discussion.

Why They Matter

Visuals can include icons or images associated with each component. Speak on why these factors are critical for well-being.

Real-Life Scenario

Present a scenario or role-play idea here. Ask guiding questions: 'What would you do in this situation?' to engage thinking about applying healthy relationship principles.

Session Wrap-Up

Wrap up the session with a summary. Invite students to share one takeaway and remind them that these principles are foundational for any good relationship. Transition to next session where red flags will be addressed.

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Navigating the Heart: Building Healthy Relationships and Spotting Red Flags

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