Friendship Ingredients
When you believe someone will do what they say and keep their promises.
What is trust?
When a friend likes a different hobby than you, this is how you can show respect.
What is ask them about it and try to learn more?
This is what you should say to a friend when you’ve accidentally hurt their feelings.
What is "I'm sorry"?
If you and your friend both want to play a different game, this is one way to solve the problem.
What is taking turns or compromising?
These are kind words you can use to encourage a friend who is nervous about a big test.
What is "You can do it!" or "I believe in you!"?
Feeling protected and comfortable, knowing no one will hurt you or make you feel bad.
What is safety?
If a friend celebrates a holiday you don’t, this is a good way to support them.
What is ask them about it or say "Happy [holiday]"?
This is how you show your friend that you’re listening to what they’re saying.
What is making eye contact and nodding?
When two friends disagree, this is a helpful way to share your feelings.
What is using "I" statements, like "I feel upset because..."?
This is something you can do to show someone you’d like to be their friend.
What is smile at them or invite them to play?
Treating someone in a kind and fair way, even if they are different from you.
What is respect?
When a friend has a different opinion, this is how you can handle it respectfully.
What is listen to their point of view and agree to disagree?
When a friend tells you a secret, this is what you should do.
What is keep it private?
If someone is being left out during a group activity, this is what you can do.
What is invite them to join?
This is a great thing to ask someone you just met to start a conversation.
What is "What’s your favorite game?" or "What do you like to do?"
When people disagree about something and might feel upset.
What is an argument?
If a friend has a food allergy and can’t eat what you’re eating, this is something thoughtful you can do.
What is not make a big deal about it or ask if they’d like something else?
This is something you can do if your friend is having a bad day and doesn’t feel like talking.
What is sit quietly with them or ask if they want space?
If a friend accidentally takes something of yours, this is a calm way to address it.
What is ask them politely to return it?
If you see someone sitting alone at lunch, this is something kind you could do.
What is invite them to sit with you?
Telling the truth and being real about your thoughts and actions.
What is honesty?
When your friend speaks a different language at home, this is a kind way to show interest.
What is ask them to teach you a word in their language?
This is how you can celebrate a friend’s achievement, like winning a game or doing well on a test.
What is congratulate them or say "Great job"?
If a friend is upset with you, this is the first thing you should try to do.
What is listen to their feelings?
When someone drops their papers or books in the hallway, this is how you can help.
What is pick them up for them?