Quick Connect: Supportive Relationships

Rebecca Thompson

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Quick Connect: Supportive Relationships

Understand supportive relationships

In this brief session, students will explore the core elements of supportive relationships and engage in an activity to identify supportive figures in their lives. This lesson is important as it helps students recognize the value of supportive relationships in enhancing their well-being, fostering a sense of belonging, and building resilience.

Audience

9th Grade Students

Time

15 mins

Approach

Understand supportive relationships

Materials

Discussion Questions, and Worksheet: Identifying Supportive Figures

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

Briefly introduce the topic of supportive relationships.
Explain the importance of having supportive figures in our lives.

Step 2

Discussion

5 mins

Use the provided discussion questions to engage students in a conversation about what makes a relationship supportive.
Encourage students to share examples from their own lives.

Step 3

Activity: Identifying Supportive Figures

5 mins

Distribute the worksheet titled 'Identifying Supportive Figures.'
Ask students to list people in their lives who they consider supportive and why.
Encourage them to think about how these relationships positively impact their well-being.

Step 4

Closure

3 mins

Invite a few students to share their reflections from the worksheet.
Summarize the key points discussed and emphasize the importance of nurturing supportive relationships.

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Discussion

Discussion: Supportive Relationships

A brief discussion to explore the elements of supportive relationships and their impact on well-being.

What makes a relationship supportive?

Encourage students to think about trust, empathy, and communication.

Can you share an example of a supportive relationship in your life?

Guide students to reflect on personal experiences and the positive effects of these relationships.

Worksheet

Worksheet: Identifying Supportive Figures

A worksheet to help students identify supportive figures in their lives and reflect on their impact.

List three people who you consider supportive in your life. Explain why you chose them.

Think about how these people make you feel and how they help you.

How do these supportive relationships impact your well-being?

Consider aspects like emotional support, encouragement, and a sense of belonging.