Building Bridges: Healthy Relationships

Andrea Gillis

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Building Bridges: Healthy Relationships

Healthy Relationships and Good Communication

This lesson focuses on teaching students about healthy relationships and effective communication. Through experiential and game-based learning, students will engage in activities that promote understanding and practice of these skills. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills that are essential for lifelong success in personal and professional relationships.

Audience

Grade 9

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Game-Based Learning, Collaborative Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Worksheet: Communication Skills, Discussion: Healthy Relationships, Activity: Role Play Scenarios, Exit Ticket: Reflection on Learning, Quiz: Communication and Relationships, Answer Key: Quiz Answers, Video: Even Healthy Couples Fight — the Difference Is How | Julie and John Gottman | TED, Skill Sheet: Effective Communication Techniques, and Google Slide Instructions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief introduction to the topic of healthy relationships and communication.
Show the video to set the context for the lesson.

Step 2

Discussion

5 mins

Facilitate a discussion using the provided questions to explore students' understanding of healthy relationships.

Step 3

Role Play Activity

10 mins

Divide students into small groups.
Assign each group a scenario from the role play cards.
Have students act out their scenarios focusing on communication skills.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

5 mins

Distribute the communication skills worksheet.
Allow students time to complete it individually.

Step 5

Collaborative Learning

10 mins

In pairs, students will share their worksheet answers and discuss any differences in their responses.

Step 6

Quiz and Exit Ticket

5 mins

Administer the quiz to assess understanding.
Have students complete the exit ticket reflecting on what they learned.

Step 7

Closure

5 mins

Review key points from the lesson.
Provide instructions for creating a Google Slide summarizing their learning.

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Discussion

Healthy Relationships Discussion

A guided discussion to explore students' understanding of healthy relationships and communication.

What are some characteristics of a healthy relationship?

Encourage students to think about mutual respect, trust, and communication.

How can effective communication improve relationships?

Discuss the role of active listening and expressing feelings clearly.

Worksheet

Communication Skills Worksheet

This worksheet helps students identify and practice effective communication techniques.

List three characteristics of effective communication.

Describe a time when you used effective communication to resolve a conflict.

Quiz

Communication and Relationships Quiz

Answer Key

Communication Quiz Answer Key

Answers and explanations for the Communication and Relationships Quiz.

What is an essential component of a healthy relationship?

Trust
Trust is fundamental for building a strong and healthy relationship.

Which of the following is a sign of effective communication?

Active listening
Active listening involves paying full attention to the speaker and understanding their message.

Worksheet

Role Play Scenarios

Cards with different scenarios for students to role play, focusing on communication skills.

Scenario 1: A friend is upset because you forgot their birthday.

Scenario 2: You and a sibling are arguing over chores.

Scenario 3: A classmate is spreading rumors about you.

Reading

Google Slide Instructions

Instructions for students to create a Google Slide summarizing their learning.

Open Google Slides and create a new presentation.
Title your slide 'Healthy Relationships and Communication'.
Include key points from today's lesson.
Add images or graphics to enhance your presentation.
Share your slide with the class.