Good Friendships and Relationships
Learning Goals:
- Learn new words about what makes a good relationship.
- Talk about good and bad parts of relationships.
- Read a story about a couple learning about healthy relationships.
- Listen to people talk about how they make relationships work.
- Write a letter to a friend who needs advice.
Key Words:
- Respect: When you care about how someone feels and what they want.
- Boundaries: Lines that you set so that you feel safe and comfortable.
- Communication: Talking and listening to each other in a clear way.
- Conflict: When people disagree or argue.
- Warning Signs: Things that tell you a relationship might not be healthy (like meanness, controlling behavior, or always feeling sad).
Let’s Talk About It!
- What are some things that make a friendship or relationship good? (Respect, kindness, fun, trust.)
- Have you ever been in a relationship that didn’t feel good? What were some of the warning signs?
- How do you think people should solve problems in a relationship? (Talk to each other, listen, try to understand each other.)
Let’s Read a Story!
Mia and Alex loved each other, but they weren’t happy. Alex always wanted things his way, and Mia didn’t feel like he listened to her. One day, Mia told Alex they needed to talk. She explained how she felt. Alex listened, and they decided to try to change. They started talking more, and they both felt better.
Questions About the Story:
- What was wrong with Mia and Alex’s relationship?
- What did Mia do to try to fix things?
- How did things change for them?
Listen and Learn!
(Teacher plays a short conversation between two friends talking about a relationship problem.)
Talk with a Partner!
One of you is having trouble in a friendship. The other gives advice. Use the new words you learned today.
Example:
- Friend 1: “My friend is always bossy and tells me what to do.”
- Friend 2: “Maybe you should talk to your friend and set some boundaries. It’s important to feel respected in a friendship.”
Homework:
Imagine your friend is in an unhealthy relationship. Write a letter to them with advice on how to make things better.
Extra Fun:
Make a list of things that are important for a healthy friendship or relationship. Share your list with the class.
