Lesson Plan 1: Use Your Words Wisely

Our words have the power to build people up or tear them down. In this lesson, students will explore the impact their words can have on themselves and the people around them. They will explore ways to speak words of encouragement instead of negativity.

Grade level: 6 - 8 

Prep time: 10 min

Lesson Duration: 55 min + Optional Extension Activity (10 min)

Learning Outcomes:

It is expected that students will:

• Recognize how powerful the words they say are.
• Identify and explore ways to speak words of encouragement and love instead of negativity and hurtful teasing.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how to make people feel more confident in who they are instead of insecure.

Lesson includes:

• Activate, Acquire, and Apply Activities 
• Comfortable: 50 People 1 Question (video link)
• What Happens When Strangers Get Real About Body Image (video link)

Materials required (not included)

• Screen & speakers for viewing video
• Pens and paper

NB: Purchase includes access to downloadable resources for 6 months.