Love, Simon (2018) – Valentine’s Day Lesson Plan for High School

Create meaningful discussion and strong connections with this movie-based lesson plan built around Love, Simon. Designed for high school students (Grades 9–12), this lesson fits perfectly into ELA, advisory, or SEL classes. It works well around Valentine’s Day or during units on identity and relationships.

Students explore themes of identity, honesty, empathy, and belonging through guided viewing and structured activities. Thoughtful discussion questions encourage students to reflect, share ideas, and listen respectfully to others. Writing tasks help students connect the story to real-life experiences and modern social issues.

The lesson is clear, supportive, and easy to teach. You receive step-by-step guidance, suggested timing, and a printable student worksheet that keeps learning focused and organized. Activities include discussion, reflection, and written response, so different learning styles are supported.

This lesson fosters emotional awareness, communication abilities, and critical thinking. Additionally, it fosters a courteous and safe learning atmosphere.

Minimal preparation.

High level of involvement.

Students can relate to and remember this great lesson.