Friends
What is a friend?
Possible answer: Someone you know well and play with
What is a stranger?
What is an acquaintance?
Possible answer: Someone you know of but not well
What is a community helper?
Someone who serves/helps the community
What is a family?
People you are related to
What can you share with a friend?
Big feelings, secrets, trust
Is it okay to go alone with a stranger?
Absolutely not!
No - they do not know you well
How can I spot a community helper?
By their uniform and what they are doing
Who counts as family?
Mom, dad, aunt, uncle, sister, brother, cousins, grandma, grandpa
Is everyone your friend?
No
Should I tell a stranger where I live?
No!
Do acquaintances know about your problems or secrets?
No - they do not know you well
Name an example of a community helper
Can I talk to my family about big feelings?
Yes - if you feel safe to do so?
How well you do know your friends?
Very well
A stranger is telling me they lost their puppy, what should I do?
Say "No" and tell parents.
Name an example of an acquaintance?
Classmate, person on same team
Is it okay to say "hello" to the person at the cash register?
Yes - it is polite
Who can I tell if someone is hurting me or scaring me?
Mom, dad, community helpers
Can your friendships change over time?
Yes! Sometimes friends grow apart or closer together over time.
Is someone I met online playing games and never met/seen in person a stranger or acquaintance?
A stranger since you have never met/seen them in person! Remember they can lie about their age, name, etc.
How well do you know an acquaintance?
When should I give a community helper by personal information (address, mom's phone number)?
Only in emergencies!
Does everyone in my family know me the same level?