About This Lesson
Help students explore peer influence, build assertiveness, and practice decision-making through guided activities and discussion.
What’s Included
1. Peer Pressure Slide Deck (Google Slides / PowerPoint)
- Introduces core concepts: what peer pressure is, positive vs. negative influence
- Realistic classroom scenarios and discussion prompts
- Age-appropriate visuals to drive engagement
2. Positive vs. Negative Influences Worksheet
- Illustrative examples and sorting activity where students classify influences
- Encourages reflection and critical thinking
3. “How Do You Say No?” Practice Sheet
- Sentence starters, role-play prompts, and refusal scripts
- Encourages assertive responses in pressure situations
4. Peer Pressure Questionnaire
- Self-reflection survey to check awareness of influences in daily life
- Helps students internalize norms and identify personal boundaries
Learning Goals
Students will be able to:
Define and recognize peer pressure
Differentiate between positive and negative influence
Practice respectful refusal strategies
Reflect on their own exposure to influence through questionnaire
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