Lesson Plan

Qualities of Friendship Lesson Plan

Students will learn and identify key qualities of a good friend and understand how strong friendships contribute to a supportive classroom environment.

By exploring friendship qualities, students develop social skills and empathy that help foster caring and cohesive relationships in their classroom.

Audience

Time

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Materials

Prep

Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Role-Play

15 minutes

Step 3

Closure & Reflection

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

What Makes a Good Friend?

Introduce the topic and spark curiosity. Ask the students if they know what makes someone a good friend before presenting the qualities.

Kindness

Explain the quality of kindness. Use simple examples such as sharing or helping a friend in need.

Honesty

Discuss honesty; provide examples of telling the truth and being sincere.

Support

Highlight the importance of support, especially during challenging times. Encourage discussions on how friends can support each other.

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Activity

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What Makes a Good Friend?

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