Lesson Plan

Building Better Bonds Lesson Plan

Students will identify four communication styles and strengthen friendship skills by practicing active listening in paired scenarios.

Effective peer relationships rely on clear communication and attentive listening; building these skills increases students’ confidence in forming supportive, lasting friendships.

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Review and Prepare Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Icebreaker

2 minutes

Step 2

Introduce Communication Styles

3 minutes

Step 3

Active Listening Practice

6 minutes

Step 4

Group Debrief & Reflection

4 minutes

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Building Better Bonds

Warm-Up Icebreaker

Communication Styles

Active Listening Practice

Group Debrief & Reflection

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Journal

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Building Better Bonds

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