Friendship Skills
What is one way to make someone feel included in school?
Invite them to play, sit with them, talk to them.
What should you ask yourself before saying something mean?
“Would I want someone to say this to me?”
What is one clue your body gives when you’re angry?
Tight fists, fast heartbeat, hot face, etc.
What does respect look like at school?
Listening, using kind words, respecting space.
Someone drops their books in the hallway. What would you do?
Answer:
Help pick them up.
True or False: Good friends only talk about themselves.
False.
True or False:
Jokes are funny even if someone gets hurt.
False.
Name one healthy way to calm down when upset.
Deep breathing, counting, taking a break, etc.
Name one compliment you could give a classmate.
Any positive compliment.
A classmate gets the wrong answer and everyone laughs. What would you do?
Be supportive and not join in.
Name one thing good friends do when someone is upset.
Listen, help, ask if they’re okay, etc.
What is a respectful way to disagree with someone?
Use calm words and explain your opinion respectfully.
True or False:
Being angry means it’s okay to hurt others.
Answer:
False.
True or False:
Ignoring someone on purpose can hurt feelings.
Answer:
True.
Someone calls you annoying during a game. What’s a calm response?
Walk away, stay calm, or use respectful words.
What does trust mean in a friendship?
People feel safe with you and can count on you.
What can happen if someone spreads rumors?
People can get hurt emotionally and lose trust.
What is the difference between feeling angry and acting mean?
Feelings are okay; hurting others is not.
What are two ways to show kindness to someone having a bad day?
Help them, include them, say something kind, etc.
You see another kid getting picked on. What could you do?
Support them, get help from an adult, include them.
Why is it important to treat others the way you want to be treated?
Because kindness helps people feel respected and safe.
Name two words that can calm a situation instead of making it worse.
“Sorry,” “Let’s talk,” “I understand.”
Why is taking a break sometimes a smart choice?
It helps calm emotions and avoid bad decisions.
Why does kindness make a group stronger?
People feel safe, included, and work better together.
Your friend wants you to make fun of another kid. What should you do?
Refuse and choose kindness.