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Boundary Builders

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Lesson Plan

Boundary Builders

Understanding and Implementing Boundaries

This lesson introduces students to the concept of personal boundaries, helping them identify their own boundaries and learn how to communicate them effectively. Through a combination of discussion and interactive role-play, students will gain practical skills in setting and respecting boundaries, which is crucial for healthy relationships and personal well-being.

Audience

High School Students

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Trauma-Informed Teaching, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Role-Play Scenarios, Pens and Paper, and Boundary Mapping Materials

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Briefly introduce the concept of boundaries.
  • Explain the importance of understanding and respecting personal boundaries.

Step 2

Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to explore what boundaries are and why they matter.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.

Step 3

Boundary Mapping Activity

10 mins

  • Provide students with paper and markers.
  • Instruct them to draw a map of different areas of their life (e.g., school, friends, family) and write down boundaries they feel are important in each area.
  • Allow students to share their maps with a partner or small group.

Step 4

Role-Play Activity

10 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Distribute role-play scenarios to each group.
  • Instruct students to act out the scenarios, focusing on setting and respecting boundaries.
  • Rotate roles to ensure everyone participates.

Step 5

Group Scenario Analysis

5 mins

  • Present groups with boundary scenarios and have them discuss and come up with solutions or responses.
  • Encourage critical thinking and collaboration.

Step 6

Debrief and Reflection

5 mins

  • Gather students back together.
  • Discuss what they learned from the activities.
  • Encourage students to reflect on how they can apply these skills in real life.
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Discussion

Boundary Discussion

A guided discussion to help students explore the concept of boundaries and their importance in personal and social contexts.

What are personal boundaries?

Discuss the definition of boundaries and provide examples.







Why are boundaries important in relationships?

Explore how boundaries help maintain healthy relationships and personal well-being.







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

Encourage students to share personal experiences and discuss the emotions involved.







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Worksheet

Role-Play Scenarios

Printable cards with different scenarios for students to role-play, focusing on setting and respecting boundaries.




Scenario 1: A friend keeps borrowing your things without asking.







Scenario 2: A classmate is pressuring you to share your homework answers.







Scenario 3: A family member wants to know everything about your personal life.







Scenario 4: A teammate is always interrupting you during group discussions.




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