Being A Good Friend
What do you call someone you enjoy spending time with and who treats you kindly?
A Friend!
What do we do with our ears when someone is talking?
Listen!
If someone takes something that belongs to you, should you hit them or use your words?
Use your words!
What emotion might make someone smile?
Happy! (Joy, Funny, etc.)
What does teamwork mean?
Working together
Name three ways to show kindness to a friend.
Share, Help, Compliment, Play With, etc.
What does it mean to give someone "eye contact"?
Looking at the person while they are talking to you.
Name one calm way to solve a problem with a friend.
Talk, compromise, ask for help, use coping skills, etc.
What emotion might make someone cry?
Sadness. (Hurt, frustrated, depressed)
Name one good thing teammates do.
Help, share, encourage, listen, etc.
What should you do if a friend is feeling sad?
Listen, comfort them, ask if they're okay, etc.
Finish the Sentence Challenge! Fill in the Blanks:
I feel ____ when ____.
Any appropriate feeling statement given by a team.
What should you do if you cannot solve a problem by yourself?
Ask a trusted adult for help.
Name one healthy way to calm down when you are upset.
Deep breathing, counting to 10, taking a break, talking to a trusted adult, listening to music, drawing, coloring, etc.
Why is taking turns important in a group?
Everyone gets a chance to participate.
If two friends having a play date want to play different games, what is the best way to solve their problem?
Take turns playing the games or compromise on which game will be played first.
Why is it important not to interrupt someone when they are talking?
It shows respect and helps us understand them.
Why is yelling usually not the best way to solve a problem?
It can make things worse and hurt feelings.
How can you tell if your friend might be feeling nervous?
Quiet voice, worried face, shaking hands or legs, etc.
What should you do if someone in your group has a different idea?
Listen respectfully and consider their idea.
Why is it important to treat friends the way you want to be treated?
It helps build trust and respect.
(Any answer wins!)
What are two signs that someone is listening to us carefully?
Your friend accidentally breaks your toy. How can you handle the situation and solve the problem in a nice way?
Talk about your feelings, listen, use coping skills, work on a solution together.
Why is it important to talk about your feelings instead of keeping them all inside?
Others can help, and feelings are easier to manage when you talk about them.
A teammate is struggling with a task. What can you do to help while still being respectful?
Offer help, encourage them, work together, etc.