Lesson Plan
Tattle or Tell? Lesson Plan
Help students understand the difference between tattling and telling while understanding the impact of tattling on friendships.
Providing multiple concrete examples helps students see the range of situations where tattling may hurt friendships versus telling being necessary for safety.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
30 minutes
Step 1
Initial Lesson: Understanding Tattling vs Telling
15 minutes
Step 2
Session 1: Introduction to Tattling vs Telling
15 minutes
Step 3
Session 2: Assessing the Size of the Problem
15 minutes
Step 4
Session 3: Exploring Empathy and Kindness
15 minutes
Step 5
Session 4: Role-Playing and Practical Application
15 minutes
Step 6
Session 5: Reflection and Integration
15 minutes
Discussion
Activity
Warm Up
