Introduce the lesson. Greet students and explain that today we’ll explore how comments can cross boundaries and how to respond respectfully. Mention the learning goal: recognizing hurtful comments and setting healthy limits.

Define “appropriate comment” with examples. Ask students to think of a time they received a positive comment from a peer or teacher.

Define boundary-crossing comment. Ask for a volunteer to share a time they felt hurt by a comment.

Explain intent vs. impact of comments. Use a real-life classroom example: someone says “I was only joking” after a hurtful remark.

Introduce strategies for setting boundaries around comments. Model an “I” statement with a volunteer role-play.

Prepare students to use the Boundary Mapping Worksheet. Explain how to list comments they consider OK vs. hurtful, then map intent vs. impact.

Explain the role-play game. Demonstrate drawing a scenario card and practicing the response.

Wrap up by inviting students to share one phrase or takeaway they’ll use. Reinforce the importance of impact over intent and being an upstander.