Lesson Plan

Friends First Lesson Plan

Students will learn how to greet classmates, share, listen, and collaborate through songs, stories, and partner activities to build a positive classroom community.

Establishing friendship skills in week one helps children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn while promoting social-emotional growth and reducing future conflicts.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Welcome & Name Tags

5 minutes

Step 2

Hello Song & Movement

5 minutes

Step 3

Story Time & Discussion

10 minutes

Step 4

Friend Match Activity

7 minutes

Step 5

Closing Circle & Reflection

3 minutes

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Friends First

Welcome & Name Tags

Hello Song & Movement

Story Time & Discussion

Friend Match Activity

Closing Circle & Reflection

Ways to Be a Good Friend

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