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Boundary Builders

Lesson Plan

Boundary Builders

Setting Boundaries in Relationships

This lesson aims to help students understand the importance of setting boundaries in relationships and practice doing so in a safe and supportive environment. By using restorative practices and game-based learning, students will engage in activities that promote empathy, communication, and self-awareness. This lesson is crucial for developing healthy interpersonal skills and fostering a respectful classroom community.

Audience

5th & 6th Grade Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Restorative Practices, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Video: Boundaries, Discussion Questions, Boundary Setting Game Cards, and Whiteboard and Markers

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what boundaries are and why they are important in relationships.
  • Explain that today we will learn how to set boundaries and practice them through a fun activity.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

  • Show the video Boundaries.
  • Ask students to pay attention to how setting boundaries is discussed in the video.

Step 3

Guided Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the discussion questions to explore students' thoughts on the video.
  • Encourage students to share examples of boundaries they have set or would like to set.

Step 4

Boundary Setting Game

10 mins

  • Divide students into small groups and distribute the Boundary Setting Game Cards.
  • Each group will take turns drawing a card and role-playing the scenario, practicing setting boundaries.
  • Encourage students to use "I" statements and express their needs clearly.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Gather students back together and ask them to reflect on what they learned about setting boundaries.
  • Encourage students to think about one boundary they would like to set in their own lives.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions: Boundaries

A set of questions to guide a discussion on setting boundaries after watching the video.

What is a boundary, and why is it important in relationships?

Discuss the concept of personal space, emotional limits, and respect.







Can you think of a time when you set a boundary? How did it feel?

Encourage sharing personal experiences and feelings.







What are some ways you can communicate your boundaries to others?

Discuss using "I" statements, being clear and respectful.







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Worksheet

Boundary Setting Game Cards

Printable cards with scenarios for students to role-play setting boundaries.




You want to play a game, but your friend wants to do something else.







Someone is borrowing your things without asking.







A classmate is speaking over you during group work.







You need some quiet time, but your sibling keeps interrupting.







A friend is pressuring you to do something you don't want to do.




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