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.