Lesson Plan

Friendship Foundations Plan

Students will identify key friendly behaviors and practice greetings, compliments, and reflections to strengthen peer connections in a fun, interactive environment.

Developing relationship skills helps 2nd graders feel included, boosts confidence, and creates a caring classroom culture where every student thrives.

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Review and Setup Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Hello Handshake Circle

5 minutes

Step 2

Slide Presentation on Friendship

5 minutes

Step 3

Discussion: What Makes a Good Friend?

5 minutes

Step 4

Compliment Chain Game

7 minutes

Step 5

Kindness Reflection

3 minutes

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How to Be a Good Friend

Kindness

Sharing

Listening

Helping

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Let’s Practice!

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Warm Up

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Activity

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Discussion

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Cool Down

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How Do We Be Good Friends

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