Welcome students to the lesson. Introduce yourself and explain that today’s focus is on texting and group chats. Emphasize that texting is a common way to communicate, and knowing how to do it respectfully is part of being a good digital citizen.

Read through the objectives aloud. Explain that by the end of the lesson, students will be able to identify do’s and don’ts when texting, practice positive messaging, and reflect on their own texting habits.

Pose the question on the slide. Allow students to think-pair-share or call out ideas. Record their answers on the board under headings like Tone, Clarity, and Respect.

Distribute the Positive Texting Tips Handout now or project these points. Discuss each bullet. Ask students to share examples of times they saw a good or bad text.

Explain group formation. Hand out Etiquette Scenario Cards and Role-Play Scripts. Remind groups to show both positive and negative texting choices in their skit.

Invite each group to share one highlight or lesson from their role-play. Facilitate a short discussion on how different choices impacted the conversation’s tone.

Thank students for their participation. Collect exit tickets. Remind them to apply today’s tips in real-life texting situations.