Friendship Basics
Name one quality of a good friend
Could be anything! Kind, good listener, respectful, honest, supportive, loyal
Name a feeling that may occur when someone is left out
Sad, upset, hurt, lonely, confused, angry
TRUE OR FALSE: There should never be arguments within a friendship
FALSE - arguments are completely normal in all relationships. What matters is how often and how intense they are, as well as how they are handled.
TRUE OR FALSE: Listening is as important as talking in a conversation
TRUE! What are some ways you can show someone that you're listening?
Name something (or multiple things) that friends usually enjoy doing together
Talking/hanging out, playing games (video games, sports), watching tv and movies, going to different places together, doing different hobbies
Name a feeling that may occur after having an argument with a friend
Sad, frustrated, angry, confused
Describe a time you resolved a conflict within a friendship successfully. What did you do that helped?
Compromised, talked it through, saw things from their point of view, listened to each other
How would you start a conversation with a new classmate?
Ask about their interests and class/school experience so far, friendly greetings
TRUE OR FALSE: Friends should agree on everything
FALSE. Friends do not have to agree on everything. Healthy friendships can include different opinions, different interests, and disagreements that are handled respectfully.
You're friend gives you a nice compliment. How does it make you feel?
Happy, appreciated, thankful
What is an example of a compromise in a friendship?
Example: Me and my friend couldn't agree on what game to play, so we took turns choosing! Have you ever had to compromise with a friend before?
How can you show someone you are listening to them?
Eye contact, facing them, not on your phone or doing something else
What is one way you would support a friend who is sad?
Listening to them, offering comfort and support, spending time together, checking in on how they are feeling
TRUE OR FALSE: You can feel more than one emotion at the same time
TRUE - Can you think of a time where you felt more than one emotion at once?
What strategies can be used to stay calm during an argument with a friend?
Taking deep breaths, stepping away and taking a break, thinking before speaking
How could you make someone feel included?
Inviting them to join the conversation or to plans, make space for them to sit or stand with the group, explain what they have missed, smile and acknowledge them so that they feel welcome