Manners and Friendship
Builds social skills through interactive role‑play and group activities.
Description : Through role‑play scenarios, discussions, and cooperative games, students learn polite behavior, effective communication, and the importance of empathy and cooperation.
Category : LifeSkills
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Manners Section 1: What Are Manners? - Lesson 1: Definition of Manners - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding what manners mean in everyday life. - Lesson 2: Why Manners Matter - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Exploring the importance of polite behavior. Section 2: Greetings and Introductions - Lesson 1: Saying Hello and Goodbye - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Learning proper greetings and farewells. - Lesson 2: Sharing Your Name and Listening - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practicing introductions and active listening. Section 3: Respectful Behavior - Lesson 1: Showing Respect to Others - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding respect in words and actions. - Lesson 2: Using Polite Words - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Learning the power of “please,” “thank you,” and “sorry.” Section 4: Body Language and Tone - Lesson 1: Understanding Body Language - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Recognizing signals that express respect and friendliness. - Lesson 2: Matching Tone with Feelings - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practicing appropriate tone when speaking. Section 5: Role‐Play Basics - Lesson 1: Simple Role‑Play Scenarios - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Acting out everyday polite situations. - Lesson 2: Reflecting on Role‑Play - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Discussing what was learned from role‑play activities. Module 2: Communication Skills Section 1: Verbal Communication - Lesson 1: Speaking Clearly - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Practicing clear and kind speech. - Lesson 2: Using a Polite Tone - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Learning how tone affects conversations. Section 2: Nonverbal Communication - Lesson 1: Facial Expressions - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Recognizing and using friendly facial expressions. - Lesson 2: Gestures and Posture - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Understanding how gestures convey feelings. Section 3: Expressing Feelings - Lesson 1: Identifying Emotions - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Recognizing different emotions in ourselves and others. - Lesson 2: Talking About Feelings Respectfully - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Expressing feelings in polite ways. Section 4: Asking Questions and Sharing Ideas - Lesson 1: Asking for Clarification - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Learning how to ask questions politely. - Lesson 2: Sharing Your Ideas - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Practicing taking turns in conversation. Section 5: Active Listening - Lesson 1: Listening With Attention - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Exercises on focused listening. - Lesson 2: Responding Thoughtfully - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: How to show you understand by responding appropriately. Module 3: Friendship Building Section 1: Making New Friends - Lesson 1: Approaching New People - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Learning friendly ways to start a conversation. - Lesson 2: Joining in Group Activities - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Tips for including yourself in games and discussions. Section 2: Cooperative Play - Lesson 1: Working Together in Games - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Practicing teamwork through cooperative games. - Lesson 2: Sharing Responsibilities - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Learning the importance of sharing and taking turns. Section 3: Teamwork Basics - Lesson 1: Understanding Roles - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Exploring how every friend’s role matters in a group. - Lesson 2: Solving Small Team Challenges - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Hands‑on activities that require collective effort. Section 4: Sharing and Fairness - Lesson 1: The Importance of Sharing - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Discussing why sharing is caring. - Lesson 2: Practicing Fair Play - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Role‑playing scenarios that highlight fairness. Section 5: Resolving Conflicts - Lesson 1: Recognizing Conflict and Its Causes - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Identifying common causes of conflicts among friends. - Lesson 2: Communicating to Solve Disagreements - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Learning basic strategies for peaceful conflict resolution. Module 4: Empathy and Understanding Section 1: Recognizing Emotions in Others - Lesson 1: Observing Feelings - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Exercises in reading facial expressions and body language. - Lesson 2: Understanding Emotional Cues - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Discussing what different emotional cues mean. Section 2: Empathetic Listening - Lesson 1: Listening Beyond Words - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Techniques for hearing feelings as well as words. - Lesson 2: Asking Empathetic Questions - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Practice asking supportive and understanding questions. Section 3: Putting Yourself in Others’ Shoes - Lesson 1: Imagining Others’ Perspectives - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Interactive activities for understanding different viewpoints. - Lesson 2: Discussing Personal Experiences - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Sharing stories to build mutual understanding. Section 4: Respecting Differences - Lesson 1: Celebrating Unique Qualities - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Learning to appreciate what makes each friend unique. - Lesson 2: Inclusive Group Discussions - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Group conversations focused on diversity and inclusion. Section 5: Helping Others - Lesson 1: Offering Assistance - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Role‑play activities on helping friends in need. - Lesson 2: Understanding Acts of Kindness - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Discussing simple ways to be kind every day. Module 5: Practicing Manners in Daily Life Section 1: Manners at School - Lesson 1: Classroom Courtesy - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Proper behavior with teachers and classmates. - Lesson 2: Respecting School Property - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Discussing responsibility and respect in school settings. Section 2: Manners in the Community - Lesson 1: Being Courteous in Public Places - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding how to behave in the community. - Lesson 2: Engaging in Community Service - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Learning about volunteering and helping neighbors. Section 3: Dining Etiquette - Lesson 1: Table Manners - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basic rules for behavior at meal times. - Lesson 2: Conversation at the Table - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Tips for polite and inclusive dining conversations. Section 4: Digital Communication Manners - Lesson 1: Online Politeness - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Learning how to be respectful in digital communications. - Lesson 2: Safe and Kind Messaging - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Discussing netiquette and safe online interactions. Section 5: Review and Reflection - Lesson 1: Recapping Key Manners and Friendship Lessons - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: A summary discussion of all essential topics covered. - Lesson 2: Role‑Play and Reflection Activity - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Final role‑play activity with a reflective discussion on learning progress.