Forward Plan for Health and Wellbeing: Relationships, Sexual Health, and Parenthood

Topic: Friendships

Desired Outcome: I am aware of how friendships are formed and that likes, dislikes, special qualities, and needs can influence relationships.

Suitable for First Level (Primary 1-3)

Introduction: In this forward plan, we will focus on the topic of friendships and how they are formed. We will explore the influence of likes, dislikes, special qualities, and needs on relationships. By the end of this plan, students will have a better understanding of what makes a good friend and how to develop positive friendships.

Week 1: Understanding Friendship Objective: To introduce the concept of friendship and its importance in our lives.

• Engage students in a class discussion about what friendship means to them.
• Read a story or show a video that highlights the value of friendship.
• Ask students to draw or write about their best friend and share why they appreciate them.

Week 2: Likes and Dislikes in Friendships Objective: To understand how our likes and dislikes can influence our friendships.

• Discuss with students the concept of likes and dislikes.
• Conduct a class activity where students share their favorite hobbies, foods, or activities.
• Encourage students to find common interests with their peers and discuss how these shared likes can strengthen friendships.

Week 3: Special Qualities in Friendships Objective: To recognize and appreciate the special qualities that make each person unique.

• Introduce the idea of special qualities and discuss examples such as kindness, empathy, and humor.
• Engage students in a group activity where they identify and share their own special qualities.
• Encourage students to appreciate and value the special qualities of their friends.

Week 4: Needs in Friendships Objective: To understand that everyone has different needs in friendships and how to support each other.

• Discuss the concept of needs and how they can vary from person to person.
• Conduct a class activity where students identify their own needs in friendships (e.g., support, trust, respect).
• Encourage students to discuss ways they can meet the needs of their friends and create a supportive environment.

Week 5: Developing Positive Friendships Objective: To explore strategies for developing positive friendships.

• Introduce strategies for making new friends, such as being kind, listening, and showing interest in others.
• Role-play different friendship scenarios and discuss appropriate responses.
• Encourage students to reflect on their own friendships and identify areas for improvement.

Conclusion: By the end of this forward plan, students will have a better understanding of how friendships are formed and the influence of likes, dislikes, special qualities, and needs on relationships. They will be equipped with strategies to develop positive friendships and appreciate the value of friendship in their lives.