Back to School
Saying Hi (Starting a Convo)
Asking About Interests
Sharing About Yourself
Being a Good Friend
100
What’s one thing you can pack the night before to make school easier?
Backpack, homework, lunch, snacks, supplies
100
What’s one word you can use to greet someone at school?
“Hi” / “Hey” / “Hello”
100
Name one question you can ask someone to learn about their hobbies.
“What do you like to do for fun?” / “Do you play any sports?” etc.)
100
If someone says, “I like soccer,” what’s one way you could share something about yourself?
“Cool, I like soccer too!” or “I like basketball.”
100
Name one way to show kindness to a friend.
Sharing, helping, listening, saying kind words, etc.
200
Why is getting enough sleep important for school?
Helps you focus, stay awake, and have energy!
200
True or False: It’s okay to smile and wave when saying hi, even if you don’t know the person very well.
True!
200
Why is asking about someone’s interests a good way to start a friendship?
It shows you care / helps you find things in common
200
True or False: Talking only about yourself is the best way to make a friend.
False!
200
Why is listening an important part of being a friend?
It shows you care / helps you understand them
300
Name one strategy you can use if you feel nervous or overwhelmed at school.
Deep breathing, talking to a teacher/friend, listening to music, taking a short break, positive self-talk
300
Why might using someone’s name when you say hi make the conversation friendlier?
It shows you remember them!
300
Fill in the blank: “Do you have a favorite ____"
Game, show, movie, sport, etc.)
300
What’s a short example of sharing something about yourself that connects to what the other person said?
“Oh, you like drawing? I like painting!”
300
What should you do if a friend makes a small mistake or hurts your feelings?
Talk it out calmly / forgive / tell them how you feel