Lesson Plan

Social Savvy Superstars Lesson Plan

Students will learn and practice active listening, empathy, and respectful communication through guided activities to strengthen peer relationships and foster a positive classroom community.

Developing core social skills helps 5th graders navigate interactions, resolve conflicts, and build empathy, improving classroom climate and lifelong interpersonal success.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Social Skills

4 minutes

Step 2

Active Listening Practice

8 minutes

Step 3

Empathy Scenario Discussion

8 minutes

Step 4

Respectful Communication Role-Play

6 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Assessment

4 minutes

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Social Savvy Superstars

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What Is Active Listening?

Active Listening Tips

Understanding Empathy

Empathy Scenario Activity

Respectful Communication

Role-Play Instructions

Reflection & Assessment

Closing & Next Steps

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