Lesson Plan

Friendship Formula Lab

Students will identify and practice the three key ingredients—kindness, respect, and trust—that build strong friendships through interactive lab stations, group discussion, and reflective journaling.

Building social-emotional skills helps 3rd graders form positive, supportive relationships and fosters a caring classroom community.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Friendship Formula Lab Stations

20 minutes

Step 3

Class Discussion

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflective Journaling

10 minutes

Step 5

Share & Closing

5 minutes

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Formula for Friends

What Makes a Good Friend?

Kindness Station

Respect Station

Trust Station

Group Discussion

Reflective Journaling

Closing & Challenge

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Discussion

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Friendship Formula

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Alexus Ford, LCPC

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