Lesson Plan

The Art of Friendship Lesson Plan

Enhance friendship and social skills by engaging the student in interactive dialogue and reflective exercises.

Developing strong interpersonal skills is vital for 11th-grade students to build meaningful relationships and navigate social challenges.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials & Set Up Space

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Engagement

10 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Wrap-Up

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

The Art of Friendship

Introduce the lesson and set a welcoming tone. Mention that today's session focuses on understanding and developing meaningful friendships, and that the goal is to explore what makes a good friend while practicing communication skills.

Session Objectives

Outline the session objectives and what the student should be focusing on during the lesson.

What Makes a Good Friend?

Ask the student open-ended questions like 'What qualities make a good friend?' to engage them in reflecting on their own experiences and perceptions.

Friendly Reflections Activity

Guide the student through the interactive activity. Use the Friendly Reflections Worksheet and role-play scenarios to practice communication and self-reflection.

Reflection & Wrap-Up

Wrap-up the session by asking the student to reflect on the session and identify key takeaways as well as setting a personal goal to apply these skills.

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Worksheet

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The Art of Friendship

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David Sayegh

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