Lesson Plan 5: Navigating Hard Conversations

Challenging conversations are a natural (but uncomfortable) part of life. In this episode we will explore and provide tools to navigate talking about reconciliation in a way that will strengthen relationships and foster understanding.

Grade level: 9-12

Prep time: 10 min

Lesson Duration: 55 min

Learning Outcomes:

It is expected that students will:

• Recognize and practice empathy and good will in difficult conversations.
• Discuss and reflect on reconciliation, with understanding and respect.
  
• Learn strategies for non-comparison-based discussions that focus on listening and growth.

Lesson Includes:

• Activate, Acquire, and Apply Activities
• “Navigating Hard Conversations” Follow Along Sheet (Printable)
• “At Least…” Worksheet (Printable)
• Reflection Journal (Printable)

Materials Required (not included)

• Screen & speakers for viewing video

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