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Friendship Debate Lesson Plan

Engage middle school students in a respectful debate exploring what makes a friendship meaningful, while developing critical thinking, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

This lesson helps students appreciate diverse perspectives and fosters empathy, promoting a deeper understanding of interpersonal relationships essential for real-world social interactions.

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Review Materials and Setup

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Topic Presentation

5 minutes

Step 2

Guidelines and Role Assignment

10 minutes

Step 3

Debate Session

20 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Feedback

10 minutes

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Welcome to the Friendship Debate

Debate Guidelines

Roles Assignment

Debate Session

Reflection & Feedback

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Discussion

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Rubric

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Friendship Debate: Valuing Different Perspectives

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