Peer Support & Allyship

This is a 30-minute Tier 2 small-group workshop for 6th graders focused on CASEL Relationship Skills—empathy and cooperation. Students will engage in interactive activities to practice perspective-taking, collaborate on role-play challenges, and reflect on supportive peer interactions.

This lesson aims to foster positive peer relationships among students by engaging them in a short video, a collaborative activity, and a guided discussion. The lesson is designed to be interactive and reflective, encouraging students to think about the importance of healthy friendships and how they can contribute to a supportive school environment. By focusing on these skills, students will be better equipped to build and maintain positive relationships, which are crucial for their social and emotional development. This lesson aligns with ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors standards, particularly those focusing on social skills, self-management, and relationship-building.

This lesson focuses on developing empathy and allyship skills among adults. Through a combination of video, discussion, and activities, participants will explore the importance of empathy in building connections and supporting others. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and promoting understanding and collaboration.

This lesson focuses on building supportive relationships among classmates through discussion, role-play, and group exercises. Students will learn how to offer and seek support, fostering a sense of community and belonging. This lesson is important as it helps students develop social-emotional skills, enhances empathy, and creates a positive classroom environment.

In this lesson, students will explore the importance of empathy in building strong friendships. Through interactive activities and discussions, they will learn how to understand and support their friends, fostering a more inclusive and caring classroom environment. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills that are essential for creating a supportive and inclusive community.

This lesson introduces students to the concept of Peer Support Circles, where they can share thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment. It aims to build a sense of community and improve communication skills among students. By participating in these circles, students will learn to express themselves openly and listen empathetically to others, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

A classwide exploration for 3rd graders on why supporting peers matters, fostering kindness and trust in everyday interactions. This Tier 1, 30-minute session uses stories, discussions, and hands-on activities to build relationship skills and peer support.

This lesson focuses on helping students identify the characteristics of positive relationships and develop strategies to be assertive in the face of peer pressure. By understanding these concepts, students will be better equipped to make informed decisions and maintain healthy relationships. This lesson is important as it empowers students to recognize and cultivate positive influences in their lives, fostering a supportive and respectful environment.

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.

This lesson aims to teach high school students how to be supportive friends through active learning strategies. Students will engage in a role-playing activity, watch a short video, and participate in a guided discussion. This lesson is important as it helps students develop empathy, communication skills, and the ability to support peers in need, fostering a more inclusive and caring school environment.

In this 40-minute Grade 2 French immersion lesson, students will learn what it means to be an ally in everyday situations and within LGBTQ+ communities. Through stories, discussion, and creative activities, students will explore how to show support, respect differences, and take action when they see someone in need. This lesson builds empathy, kindness, and social awareness, reinforcing positive classroom culture.

In this engaging lesson, 1st graders will explore the concept of allyship, learning how to support and stand up for their friends and classmates. This lesson is important as it fosters empathy, kindness, and inclusivity from a young age, helping students build a supportive classroom community. The session will last 30 minutes and is designed for a Tier 1 classroom setting.

This lesson helps students identify and describe healthy peer relationships through engaging activities. Understanding healthy relationships is crucial for social development and emotional well-being, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

This lesson focuses on teaching 3rd-grade students the importance of friendship and peer support for mental wellness. Through interactive activities and discussions, students will learn how to identify qualities of a good friend, understand the value of supporting peers, and practice empathy. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive classroom environment and helping students develop essential social-emotional skills.

This lesson focuses on helping a freshman student develop self-advocacy skills and effectively process peer relationships and conflicts. Through trauma-informed teaching and inquiry-based learning, the student will explore personal experiences and strategies for managing peer interactions. This lesson is important as it empowers students to navigate social dynamics confidently and constructively.

In this 30-minute session, high school students will explore key social-emotional learning (SEL) skills—self-awareness, empathy, and relationship building—through engaging activities and bilingual supports in English and Haitian Creole. This lesson is important because it equips students with tools to recognize emotions, build empathy across cultures, and create a supportive classroom community.

This lesson is designed to help children ages 9-10 learn how to build and maintain healthy friendships. The lesson includes interactive activities, group discussions, and a reflection period to help students identify key characteristics of good friends and practice social skills.

In this lesson, students will discuss the importance of peer support and learn how to create support systems to help those affected by bullying. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to support each other, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.

In this single 30-minute Tier 1 SEL lesson, 7th graders will explore the key elements of healthy friendships—communication, trust, empathy—and practice skills to build and maintain strong peer relationships. By engaging in interactive activities and reflective discussions, students will gain confidence in identifying positive qualities in themselves and others, setting the stage for supportive, lasting friendships.

This lesson helps students understand the qualities of a good friend through active and collaborative learning. By engaging in discussions and activities, students will explore the importance of kindness, empathy, and cooperation in friendships. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills and fostering a positive classroom environment.

In this K-2 lesson, students develop positive peer interactions and cultivate empathy through fun role-play and collaborative games. By practicing active listening, recognizing emotions, and working together, students strengthen social bonds and learn valuable friendship skills.

In this lesson, students will explore the characteristics of supportive friendships and learn strategies to maintain these relationships. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will develop empathy and active listening skills, which are crucial for building strong, supportive connections. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the value of healthy friendships and equips them with tools to nurture these relationships.

This lesson focuses on the importance of communication and empathy in building positive relationships between peers and friends. It includes activities like role-playing scenarios and group discussions to practice active listening and understanding others' perspectives.

In this lesson, students will engage in activities designed to build peer support and teamwork skills. Through group projects and team-building exercises, students will learn the importance of collaboration and mutual aid. This lesson is crucial for developing a supportive classroom environment where students feel valued and connected to their peers.

In this 30-minute, single-session lesson, 5th graders will explore empathy by examining real-life friendship conflicts and practicing active listening and perspective-taking. Understanding empathy in friendships helps students build healthier relationships, resolve disagreements peacefully, and foster a positive classroom community.

Explore the positive impact of friendships in preventing bullying, helping individual students build strong, supportive relationships. This lesson is valuable for students who struggle with social connections.

This interactive 35-minute session helps 2nd graders practice building friendship skills and resolving small conflicts through role-play, discussion, and positive reinforcement. It empowers students to be supportive friends and enhances classroom community.

A whole-class lesson that helps 8th graders identify and strengthen supportive friendships through interactive discussions and trust-building exercises. This Tier 1 classroom lesson uses evidence-based activities to build relationship skills essential for adolescent social-emotional development.

This lesson aims to help first-grade students understand the importance of friendship and how to rebuild it through fun and engaging activities. By using game-based learning and restorative practices, students will learn how to communicate effectively, show empathy, and work together to solve problems. This lesson is crucial for developing social skills and fostering a positive classroom environment.

Explore the qualities of authentic friendship and the importance of social awareness in this engaging CASEL-based lesson for 5th graders. Over one 40-minute session, students will identify key friendship traits, share personal stories, and reflect on how to build strong, empathetic connections.

In this lesson, 9th graders will engage in quick activities to build supportive relationships. Through ice-breakers and paired discussions, students will practice active listening and empathy, which are crucial skills for developing strong connections with peers. This lesson is important as it helps students feel more connected and supported in their school environment, promoting a positive and inclusive atmosphere.

This lesson for Grades 5-6 aims at strengthening peer connections and building a supportive classroom network. Through guided discussions and cooperative games, students learn the importance of positive relationships and community support.

In this 30-minute kinder lesson, students will explore relationship skills by identifying and practicing friendship qualities. Using story, video, activities, and a fun game, learners will build empathy, sharing, and cooperation. Perfect for classroom-wide Tier 1 support.

In this lesson, students will learn the importance of being kind and considerate to their peers. The lesson includes a short video on bullying, a classroom discussion, and a collaborative activity to reinforce positive behaviors. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, which can lead to improved mental health and academic performance for all students.

This lesson equips adults with strategies to teach children how to restore relationships after negative interactions. By focusing on empathy and understanding, adults will learn how to guide children in resolving conflicts and rebuilding trust. This lesson is important as it empowers educators and caregivers to foster a supportive environment where children can learn essential social-emotional skills.

In this Tier 2 small-group lesson for 5th graders, students will strengthen social skills by exploring qualities of good friends, practicing empathy, and developing strategies for resolving conflicts. This 30-minute session helps students build supportive peer relationships and fosters a positive classroom community.

In this 40-minute CASEL-aligned lesson for 5th graders, students explore authentic friendship qualities, build social awareness, and practice relationship skills through interactive discussions and reflective exercises. Tier 1 classroom lesson.

In this 30-minute Tier 1 counseling session for 7th graders, students will explore the power of peer support and active listening, learning skills to build a stronger classroom community. This lesson fosters empathy, communication, and self-awareness, equipping students with tools to support themselves and each other.

This 3-session lesson for 3rd graders focuses on developing friendship-building skills, essential for social-emotional growth. Students will engage in activities that promote understanding, empathy, and effective communication, helping them form and maintain positive relationships.

In this 30-minute lesson, 9th graders will explore the qualities of healthy relationships, practice communication skills, and reflect on boundaries. This Tier 1 lesson builds social awareness and equips students with real-world tools for stronger, more supportive friendships.

A small-group workshop empowering 11th-grade students to step up as allies, practice intervention strategies, and boost peer support skills. Over a single 50-minute session, students will engage in interactive activities to build real-world allyship skills and strengthen classroom community.

Facilitate peer-led support circles, where students in grades 7-12 have the chance to discuss personal challenges in a structured and supportive environment. This lesson enhances communication skills and builds supportive student networks.

This lesson focuses on teaching elementary students essential friendship skills through a fun and engaging snow-themed activity. By using the video 'Getting Help - Building Resilience with Hunter and Eve,' students will learn the importance of recognizing when they need help, how to ask for it, and expressing gratitude. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop social-emotional skills that are vital for building and maintaining healthy friendships.

Facilitate peer-led support circles, where students in grades 7-12 have the chance to discuss personal challenges in a structured and supportive environment. This lesson enhances communication skills and builds supportive student networks.

Students explore how building and nurturing positive connections supports their emotional and social well-being. This 1-session lesson for middle schoolers uses interactive activities to strengthen relationship skills and self-awareness.

Boost elementary students’ emotional intelligence by promoting empathy and relationship skills through cooperative games and role-playing exercises. This one-session lesson empowers students to understand others' feelings and strengthen friendships through fun, interactive activities.

This Tier 2 small-group lesson for 6th graders focuses on CASEL’s social awareness competency. In a single 25-minute session, students will practice seeing situations from another person’s perspective through guided discussion and role-playing activities, building kindness and empathy in everyday interactions.

In this lesson, students will explore the importance of friendships and learn essential social skills to build and maintain healthy relationships. Through role-playing activities and group discussions, students will practice empathy, communication, and cooperation. This lesson is crucial for young students as it helps them develop interpersonal skills that are vital for their social and emotional growth.

This two-session lesson for 6th graders focuses on teaching students the essential skills for making and maintaining friendships. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn how to initiate conversations, show empathy, and build trust. This lesson is crucial for developing social skills that will help students navigate their social environments more effectively.

In this 30-minute small-group lesson for 3rd graders, students will practice relationship skills and responsible decision making through engaging scenarios and collaborative activities. This Tier 2 session supports students in building empathy, communication, and thoughtful choices—essential life skills for positive social interactions.

In this 30-minute group lesson designed for 'Achievers', students will explore the importance of building supportive relationships. This lesson is crucial as it helps students understand the value of empathy, communication, and trust in forming meaningful connections. The session includes engaging activities and games tailored to accommodate students with ADD, ADHD, and Autism, ensuring an inclusive learning environment.

This lesson is designed for third-grade students who experience high emotions and struggle with maintaining healthy friendships. The goal is to help students develop positive, respectful, and supportive relationships with peers who are both similar and different from them, while also fostering social maturity and appropriate behaviors for various situations. This single 20-minute session will include a lesson plan, game, discussion, activity, and warm-up, with considerations for students with IEPs focused on emotional regulation.

In this lesson, students will engage in collaborative activities to understand the roles of bystanders, allies, and upstanders in preventing bullying. They will work together to create a campaign that promotes kindness and inclusion within their school. This lesson is important as it empowers students to take active roles in fostering a positive and supportive school environment, enhancing their social-emotional skills and awareness.

This 40-minute Tier 1 lesson for 10th graders explores personal support networks through engaging mapping and reflection activities. Students will learn why relationships matter, how to identify key supporters, and practice gratitude—all boosting their social awareness and emotional skills.

In this lesson, students will engage in collaborative activities to understand the roles of bystanders, allies, and upstanders in preventing bullying. They will work together to create a campaign that promotes kindness and inclusion within their school. This lesson is important as it empowers students to take an active role in fostering a positive and supportive school environment, enhancing their social-emotional skills and empathy.

This lesson focuses on the 'Skill of the Month' - Friendship, designed for middle school students. In a 15-minute session, students will explore the importance of friendship, how to build and maintain healthy relationships, and the positive impact friendships can have on their lives. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop social skills that are essential for personal and academic success.

In this 30-minute Tier 2 counseling group session for 2nd-grade EL and Title I students, participants will explore core social skills for making and maintaining friendships. Through guided discussions, interactive activities, and reflection, students will practice cooperation, communication, and empathy to strengthen peer connections.