1 class periods of 70 minutes each
Pairs
It is important to have many different types of friendships. Be aware of the positive or negative characteristics you have in your friendships. Don't be afraid to make new friends and find out more about your current friends.
Discuss positive and negative characteristics of friendships. Examine skills for developing and maintaining friendships.
Teacher and student step-by-step instructions are found below in the "Friendships Lesson Plan" attachment.
Instruct the students to record their notes on the study guide throughout the short lecture. Also, encourage the students to participate in the activity. There will be no homework for this lesson.