Star Wars Day SEL Lesson Plan | Friendship, Teamwork & Belonging
Every great team needs every kind of person and this engaging, ready-to-use SEL lesson helps students discover exactly that. Using the beloved world of Star Wars as a hook, this school counseling lesson teaches students about friendship, teamwork, and the power of belonging in a way that is fun, meaningful, and deeply relatable.
What's Included:
- Full lesson plan with counselor script (clip and no-clip options)
- Crew Cards (4 character types for student self-identification)
- 8 Mission Cards with role-specific tasks for each character type
- Group discussion questions
- Reflection prompts for grades 3–5 and middle school
- Exit ticket (Next Chapter)
Key Concepts: Belonging · Differences · Teamwork · Perspective · Inclusion · Strength
How It Works: Students choose a character role — The Force User, The Leader, The Pilot, or The Loyal One — and work in crews of four to tackle real-life school scenarios. Every role matters. Every student belongs.
Standards Aligned: ASCA: B-SS 2 | CASEL: Social Awareness & Relationship Skills
Works great for: Elementary and middle school counseling lessons, classroom guidance, social skills groups, advisory periods, and any time you want to spark meaningful conversation about what it means to be a great teammate and friend.
No prep needed — just print and go!
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This resource is inspired by popular stories and is intended for educational use. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with The Walt Disney Company or any of its subsidiaries.
