Sportsmanship
What does it mean to be a good sport?
Being kind, fair, and respectful whether you win or lose.
What is empathy?
Understanding and caring about how someone else feels.
What does it mean to “put yourself in someone else’s shoes”?
Imagine how they feel or what it’s like to be them.
What helps friendships last a long time?
Being kind, honest, and spending time together.
What does “self-awareness” mean?
Knowing how you feel and how your actions affect others.
What can you say if someone loses a game and feels upset?
"Good try!” or “Let’s play again.”
How can you tell how someone else is feeling?
Look at their face, body language, and listen to their voice.
Why is it important to think about other people’s points of view?
So you can understand their feelings and act kindly.
What should you do if you make a mistake with a friend?
Say sorry and try to fix it.
How can you tell when you’re getting frustrated?
My heart beats fast, I feel tense, or I want to yell.
What is one thing you should NOT do if you lose a game?
Yell, blame others, or refuse to play again
What can you say if a friend is feeling sad?
“I’m here for you” or “Do you want to talk about it?”
Your friend gets mad when you borrow something without asking. Why?
They may feel disrespected — they wanted to be asked first.
What’s one way to show your friend you care?
Ask how they’re doing, invite them to play, or help them out.
What’s one way to calm down when you’re upset?
Deep breathing, counting to 10, or talking to an adult.
True or False: Good sportsmanship only matters when you win.
False
You see someone sitting alone at lunch. What could you do?
Sit with them or ask if they want to join you.
You’re excited to tell a story, but your friend seems upset. What should you do?
Pause and ask them if they’re okay first.
What can you do if your friend is ignoring you?
Ask them kindly if something’s wrong and talk it out.
Why is it important to know your own feelings?
So you can handle them better and make good choices.
What would you do if a teammate made a mistake during a game?
Encourage them and say it’s okay — we all make mistakes.
How does showing empathy help friendships?
It helps people feel understood, cared for, and supported.
What’s one way to understand how someone else sees a situation?
Ask questions, listen, and pay attention to their feelings.
Why is it okay for friendships to change sometimes?
People grow and sometimes need different things in friendships.
You feel left out at recess. What can you do?
Ask to join, talk to a teacher, or find a quiet activity to reset.