Boundaries and You

Kristen O'Brien

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Boundaries and You

Understanding boundaries with others

This lesson introduces middle school students to the concept of personal boundaries, helping them understand what boundaries are and why they are important in relationships. Through a video and guided discussion, students will explore how to set and respect boundaries, fostering healthier interactions with peers. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills and promoting respectful communication.

Audience

Middle School Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Materials

Video: How to Be More Confident, Discussion Questions, Whiteboard and markers, Visual Aids, and Written Instructions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what students think boundaries are.
Use visual aids to illustrate the concept of boundaries.
Explain that boundaries are limits we set to protect ourselves and communicate our needs to others.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Show the video How to Be More Confident.
Provide written instructions for students to follow along.
Ask students to pay attention to how the video discusses setting boundaries.

Step 3

Guided Discussion

10 mins

Use the discussion questions to explore students' thoughts on the video.
Allow students to express their thoughts through writing or drawing if they prefer.
Encourage students to share examples of boundaries they have or would like to set.

Step 4

Activity: Boundary Scenarios

5 mins

Present scenarios where boundaries might be needed (e.g., a friend borrowing something without asking).
Use visual aids to depict each scenario.
Ask students to suggest how they would set a boundary in each scenario, allowing for verbal or non-verbal responses.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the key points about boundaries using visual aids.
Encourage students to think about one boundary they can set in their own lives and express it in a way they are comfortable with.

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Discussion

Discussion on Boundaries

A guided discussion to help students reflect on the concept of boundaries and how they apply to their lives.

What are personal boundaries?

Discuss the idea of personal limits and how they help us communicate our needs.

Why is it important to set boundaries?

Explore how boundaries protect our well-being and improve relationships.

Can you think of a time when you needed to set a boundary?

Encourage students to share personal experiences and how they handled them.