Lesson Plan

The Power of Words: Building Healthy Friendships

Understanding the impact of words

In this lesson, fifth-grade students will explore the power of words and their impact on relationships and the classroom environment. Through engaging activities, students will learn how words can affect others positively or negatively and practice using kind and supportive language. This lesson emphasizes the importance of communication in building healthy friendships and fostering a respectful classroom culture.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Step 1

Introduction: Word Impact Demonstration

5 minutes

Step 2

Whole-Class Discussion and Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Closure and Self-Reflection

5 minutes

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The Power of Words: Building Healthy Friendships

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