Lesson Plan

The Friendship Recipe: Ingredients for Connection

Students will explore the qualities of a good friend, engaging in thoughtful discussion and creative expression to build their own 'friendship recipe.'

This lesson helps students identify and appreciate positive traits, fostering teamwork, empathy, and a supportive classroom environment.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

10 minutes

Step 2

Guided Discussion

15 minutes

Step 3

Creative Activity: Create Your Friendship Recipe

15 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

5 minutes

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Welcome to Friendship Traits

Welcome students and introduce the topic of friendship traits. Explain that each trait will be discussed and that these traits are like the ingredients in a special recipe for friendship.

Kindness

Explain the trait 'Kindness'. Use practical examples from everyday school life. Ask students to share a time when someone was kind to them.

Honesty

Discuss the trait 'Honesty'. Emphasize the importance of trust and being truthful with friends. Prompt students to think of why honesty is important in friendship.

Reliability

Talk about 'Reliability'. Provide examples of friends who can be counted on. Engage students by asking “Who is someone you know that is always there when you need them?”

Discussion: What Makes a Good Friend?

Transition into an interactive discussion. Invite students to share any other traits they believe are important for a good friend before moving on to their creative activity 'The Friendship Recipe'.

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The Friendship Recipe: Ingredients for Connection

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