Lesson Plan

Session 1 Lesson Plan

In this 35-minute session, students will define and distinguish healthy versus unhealthy relationship characteristics and apply their understanding by analyzing real-life scenarios.

Recognizing traits of healthy and unhealthy relationships empowers students to form respectful connections, spot warning signs, and build strong social-emotional skills.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Session Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Activity

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Presentation

12 minutes

Step 3

Scenario Discussion

10 minutes

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

5 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up and Reflection

3 minutes

Slide Deck

Unmasking Healthy Relationships

What Is a Relationship?

Characteristics of Healthy Relationships

Characteristics of Unhealthy Relationships

Real-Life Examples

Scenario 1

Scenario 2

Reflection Prompt

Worksheet Activity

Wrap-Up & Next Steps

Worksheet

Lesson Plan

Session 2 Lesson Plan

In this 35-minute session, students will learn and practice active listening, assertive expression through I-messages, and respectful dialogue to strengthen communication in relationships.

Effective communication builds trust, reduces misunderstandings, and empowers students to express needs and feelings respectfully—key to healthy connections.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Session Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up & Review

5 minutes

Step 2

Presentation on Communication Skills

10 minutes

Step 3

Demonstration & Modeling

5 minutes

Step 4

Guided Practice with I-Messages

8 minutes

Step 5

Role-Play Scenarios

5 minutes

Step 6

Wrap-Up & Reflection

2 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 2: Effective Communication

Why Communication Matters

What Is Active Listening?

Active Listening Techniques

What Are I-Messages?

I-Message Examples

Assertive vs Passive vs Aggressive

Quick Practice: Active Listening

Quick Practice: I-Messages

Reflection & Next Steps

Worksheet

Discussion

Lesson Plan

Session 3 Lesson Plan

In this 35-minute session, students will identify different types of personal boundaries and practice both setting and respecting them through scenario analysis and role-plays.

Understanding and honoring personal boundaries fosters mutual respect, emotional safety, and healthy interactions—key skills for sustaining positive relationships.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Session Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up & Review

5 minutes

Step 2

Presentation on Boundaries

10 minutes

Step 3

Scenario Analysis

8 minutes

Step 4

Role-Play Practice

8 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Action Plan

4 minutes

Discussion

Slide Deck

Session 3: Setting & Respecting Boundaries

What Are Personal Boundaries?

Types of Boundaries

Recognizing Boundary Violations

Respectful Boundary-Setting Phrases

Example: Physical Boundary

Discussion: Boundary Scenarios