Building Friendship Maps

Ariana Bueno

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Building Friendship Maps

Identify support networks

In this lesson, students will create visual maps that represent the key people in their lives who support them. This activity helps students identify their support networks and fosters open discussions about healthy relationships. Understanding and recognizing support networks is crucial for students' social-emotional development and well-being.

Audience

Students in Grade 9-12

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Identify support networks

Materials

Paper, Colored pencils or markers, Worksheet: Friendship Map Guide, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Begin by discussing the importance of having a support network.
Explain that today, students will create a visual map of their support network.

Step 2

Friendship Map Creation

25 minutes

Distribute paper and colored pencils/markers to each student.
Hand out the 'Friendship Map Guide' worksheet.
Instruct students to think about the people who support them in different areas of their lives (e.g., family, friends, teachers).
Encourage students to be creative in how they represent these relationships on their maps.

Step 3

Sharing and Discussion

10 minutes

Ask students to share their maps with a partner or small group.
Use the provided discussion questions to facilitate a class discussion about the different types of support networks and their importance.

Step 4

Closure

5 minutes

Summarize the key points discussed.
Encourage students to reflect on how they can strengthen their support networks.

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Worksheet

Friendship Map Guide

This worksheet will guide students in identifying and mapping their support networks. It includes prompts to help students think about different areas of support in their lives.

List three people who support you at school.

Consider teachers, friends, or counselors.

List three people who support you at home.

Think about family members or close family friends.

List three people who support you in your hobbies or interests.

Consider coaches, mentors, or club leaders.

Draw a map connecting these people to you. Use symbols or colors to represent different types of support.

Be creative! Use lines, shapes, or colors to show connections.

Discussion

Discussion Questions

These questions will help facilitate a discussion about the importance of support networks and healthy relationships.

Why is it important to have a support network?

Discuss how support networks can provide emotional, academic, and social support.

How can you strengthen your support network?

Encourage students to think about ways to build and maintain relationships.

What are some characteristics of a healthy relationship?

Focus on trust, communication, and mutual respect.