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Boundary Basics Lesson Plan

Students will learn what personal boundaries are, why they are important, and practice setting them in various scenarios through discussion, role-playing, and reflection.

Understanding personal boundaries helps students establish healthy relationships, respect themselves and others, and navigate social situations effectively.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Role-Playing Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Reflection Circle

10 minutes

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What are Personal Boundaries?

Introduce the concept of personal boundaries. Emphasize that a boundary is a line that represents where one person's personal space, values, or comfort zone ends and another's begins.

Why Do Boundaries Matter?

Discuss why boundaries are important. Use examples that are relatable to 6th graders, such as rules in school or family settings.

Examples of Boundaries

Provide examples of different types of boundaries (physical, emotional, digital). Ask students for their own examples to encourage interactive discussion.

Key Takeaways & Reflection

Conclude with a summary of the key concepts. Prompt students to think of one personal boundary they can set for themselves.

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