Lesson Plan
No Means No Workshop
Students will learn to assertively and respectfully decline requests by practicing clear “no” statements and empathetic responses, building healthy boundaries and confidence in social settings.
Developing the ability to say “no” strengthens relationship skills, fosters self-respect, and helps students maintain personal boundaries in real-life situations.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Flash Poll
5 minutes
Step 2
Discuss: Key Principles
10 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Polite Role-Plays
15 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Group Debrief
5 minutes
Step 5
Assessment: Exit Ticket
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Refusing with Respect
Why Boundaries Matter
What Is a Respectful “No”?
Key Elements of a Respectful “No”
Sample Phrases
Role-Play Scenarios
Tips for Success
Time to Practice
Warm Up
Activity
Lesson Plan
No Means No Workshop
Students will practice assertively and respectfully saying “no” through guided discussion and role-play, strengthening healthy boundary skills.
Learning to set and maintain personal boundaries empowers students to respect themselves and others, builds confidence, and supports safer, healthier relationships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Flash Poll
5 minutes
Step 2
Discuss: Key Principles
10 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Polite Role-Plays
15 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Group Debrief
5 minutes
Step 5
Assessment: Exit Ticket
5 minutes
Cool Down
