WHAT IS A FRIEND?
Would this person make a good friend?
They are around your age. You both love drawing and playing video games.
Yes ☺️
Which is a reason friendships can be important?
A. Friends can help you feel included
B. Friends have to agree with everything you say
C. Friends replace your family
D. Friends should always solve your problems
Friends can help you feel included
A place where you could meet someone who might become a friend?
School
After-school club
Sports team
etc.
Which would be the best way to get to know someone?
A. Only talk about yourself
B. Ask them questions about their interests
C. Ignore them until they talk to you
D. Ask them for their personal information immediately
Ask them questions about their interests
Which behavior helps maintain a friendship?
A. Being kind
B. Ignoring your friend
C. Only talking about yourself
D. Leaving people out
Being kind
True or False: You have to like everything your friend likes in order to be friends.
False 😙
How can friends help you practice social skills?
By giving you opportunities to talk, listen, take turns, share, and interact with others.
You love basketball and want to meet people who also enjoy basketball. Where could you go?
A school sports team, recreational center, or basketball group
You sit next to someone new in class. What is a good way to start interacting with them?
Introduce yourself and say hello.
Your friend is telling you about something that happened at school. What should you do?
Listen and give them a chance to talk.
True or False: A friend is someone in your family.
False 😄
Mia is nervous about joining a new club. Her friend encourages her to try it with her. How could this friendship help Mia?
It could build her confidence and help her try something new. ✨
You really enjoy drawing but don't know anyone who shares that interest. What could you do to meet people with similar interests?
Join an art club, special-interest group, class, or recreational activity.
You notice someone is wearing a shirt from your favorite movie. What could you say to start a conversation?
“I like that movie too!” or ask them about it.
You and two friends are hanging out. One friend has been quiet and hasn't been included in the conversation. What could you do?
Include them by asking their opinion, talking to them, or inviting them into the activity.
Someone says, “You can't be my friend because we don't have anything in common.” What could you say or do
Explain that friends can have some differences and look for something you might have in common. Or don't be their friend.
Sam is having a difficult day. His friend notices and asks if he wants to talk. Why can having friends like Sam's be helpful?
Friends can provide support and help you feel cared for.
You meet someone online who says they are your age and wants to become your friend. What should you do before sharing personal information or meeting them?
Talk to a parent/guardian and make sure the person and online space are safe and verified.
You want to become friends with someone, but you don't know what to talk about. What are three topics you could ask them about?
Hobbies, favorite games, sports, movies, music, pets, school activities, etc.
Your friend has been making an effort to spend time with you and listen to you. What is one way you can show that you appreciate their effort?
Make an effort to spend time with them, listen to them, be kind, or invite them to do something.
How would you describe a friend?
Someone that is close in age to you
Not related to you or in your family
Shares similar interests (have things in common with)
etc.
You have been feeling left out at school. You start spending time with a group of people who share your interests, and they invite you to participate in activities. How could this friend group affect you?
It could help you feel included, supported, more confident, and improve your overall well-being.
You just moved to a new neighborhood and want to meet people your age. Name two places or activities where you could look for opportunities to make friends.
Recreation centers, clubs, sports, school, special-interest groups, or family friends.
You meet someone at an after-school club. You introduce yourself and discover that you both like the same video game. What could you do next to continue building the friendship?
Ask questions, talk about the game, play together, spend time together, or find another shared interest. 🕹
Your friend is talking about something you aren't interested in. What could you do to help keep the conversation going?
Listen, ask questions, respond appropriately, and allow them to share their interests—even if they aren't your favorite topic.