Friendship 1
These actions and words would NOT make better and closer friends
Be bossy, be rude, gossip and spread rumors, force others to do things, say or do unkind things, "you look so weird," talking about people's appearance, etc.
B.E.S.T. listening means: body spotlight, eye contact, smile and ...?
Take turns talking! (No interruption!)
We can't grow Emotional Intelligence. True or false?
False
These are the words and actions that let us feel included and cared for
Smile and say, "You are okay."; cheer me on; offer help, hug, say, "You can play with me/Do you want to play with me?/Do you want to be my friend?"; giving air hugs!; playing together, etc.
These would make better and closer friends
Compliment, use Friendship Languages, cheer, share, help, smile and say "Hi!" advocate, admit my mistakes, apologize and forgive, listen without interrupting, take turns, include, invite to play together, stop myself from being mean, tell the truth, etc.
How many friendship languages would repair one hurtful action?
More than 6
Having feelings are okay, but hurtful behaviors and words are not okay. True or false?
True
These books, movies and songs teach us about friendships
Elephant and Piggy, Imagine Neighborhood, Daniel Tiger, Magic Tree House, Frozen, Elmo, Shrek, Coco, Smile, Royal Forever, Land of Stories, Dora, Liv and Maddie Podcast, Cars, The Good Egg, Friends, The Five Friends, Wonder, Kingdom of Wrenly, The Miraculous Adventure of Edward Tulane, Lonely, We're Gonna Be Friends (The White Stripes), Harry Potter, Wizards of Waverly Place, and more (Please check Common Sense Media about the content)!
These are the things I can do when someone is mean to other/s
Get help, speak up, be a buddy and distract
Name some of your favorite friendship language/s.
Kind words, kind touch, small handmade gifts, help, and/or quality time
When we face challenges, these are reminders of optimism; temporary, isolated and effort. What does "effort" mean?
"Effort" means "I can do something about my challenge." For example, if it's a challenge in math problems, instead of saying, "I can't!" you can say, "I can't do it yet but with practice I will be able to." That's optimism and growth mindset!
These are the words we would never want to hear from others about our differences
"I am better than you." "It's weird/bad.", "You are not smart/cool." "You can't do it because you are different." "You are not my friend because of your difference."
These actions and words would let everyone feel safe about our differences
Say, "it's okay to be different"; make friends with various people; ask questions to find similarities with others; imagine how others feel about their differences; share what is great about our differences, etc.
These are the things I can do when I notice that I am not focused or I am not kind.
Talk to a grown-up; take a 6 seconds pause; take deep breaths; sip some water; read a book; draw; hold a stuffed animal; go outside and enjoy nature; sit somewhere else and relax while you drink some water, etc.
What makes us a Self Scientist?
Growing our Emotional Intelligence; noticing and communicating feelings; thinking before acting handling our feelings; having a growth mindset; imagining what other people might feel; helping others, caring about others, getting skilled at feelings and friendships, reaching my goals, etc.
These are the words we want to hear from others when we are sad, mad, scared or lonely
"Tell me how you feel." "I hope you feel better." "I am here for you." "Let's take a deep breath together." "Let's play together." "I love you." "It's okay." "How can I help you?" " I am sorry that happened." "Are you hurt?" "Can I play with you?", "Would you like some space now?" etc.