Lesson Plan
Friendship Quest Lesson Plan
Students will identify and practice three strategies for making new friends in middle school by analyzing movie clips and engaging in group activities.
Building social skills early boosts confidence, fosters belonging, and equips students with tools to form positive peer relationships during a key transition.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objective
5 minutes
Step 2
Group Discussion: What Makes a Good Friend?
5 minutes
Step 3
Movie Clip Analysis
8 minutes
Step 4
Strategy Application Activity
8 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closure
4 minutes
Slide Deck
Friendship Quest
Lesson Objectives
Discussion Norms
Key Friendship Strategies
Strategy Role-Play Activity
Reflection & Exit Ticket
Script
Activity
