Accepting
True or False: An accepting friend would welcome you into a game even if you didn’t know the rules.
True
What does it mean to encourage your friends?
Cheer them on when they try something new.
Say kind words to help them feel confident.
Tell them not to give up when things are hard.
Celebrate their successes and be happy for them.
Help them believe in themselves.
What does it mean to be understanding of your friends?
"It means you listen to them."
"You try to see how they feel."
"You are kind when they make mistakes."
"You care about their feelings."
"You don’t get mad right away."
"You help them when they need it."
"You respect their opinions."
"You forgive them."
Finish the sentence: “A trustworthy friend always tells the...”
"truth."
"truth, even when it’s hard."
"truth and keeps promises."
"truth and doesn’t lie."
"truth and is honest with you."
What does it mean to be a loyal friend?
"It means you stick by your friend."
"You don’t talk behind their back."
"You stand up for them."
"You keep their secrets."
"You stay friends even when things are hard."
"You care about them no matter what."
"You’re always there for them."
"You support them."
Why is it important to accept your friends for who they are?
-Everyone is different
- It shows kindness and respect
-Nobody is perfect
-It helps everyone feel included
-It builds trust
What are some encouraging words you could say to a friend?
"You can do it!"
"I believe in you."
"Don’t give up!"
"You’re doing great!"
"I’m proud of you."
"Keep trying!"
"You’ve got this!"
"I’m here for you."
Name a way you can be understanding of a friend who is going through a tough time.
"I can listen to them."
"I can be kind and patient."
"I can ask how they’re feeling."
"I can cheer them up."
"I can spend time with them."
"I can tell them it’s okay to feel sad."
"I can help them if they need it."
"I can remind them I care."
How can you be honest with a friend without hurting their feelings?
"I can use nice words."
"I can speak softly and politely."
"I can tell them in a caring way."
"I can think before I talk."
"I can be honest but still kind."
"I can tell them privately."
How does being loyal make friends feel?
"It makes them feel loved."
"It makes them feel safe."
"It makes them feel happy."
"It makes them feel cared for."
"It makes them feel special."
"It makes them feel important."
"It makes them feel they can trust you."
"It makes them feel supported."
How can you show acceptance to a friend who likes different things than you?
Listen to your friend and learn about what they like.
Be kind and don’t make fun of their interests.
Try something new that they enjoy sometimes.
Respect their choices even if you like different things.
Support them by showing interest in what makes them happy.
Share how you could encourage a friend who is trying something new
"I’d tell them they can do it!"
"I’d cheer them on."
"I’d try it with them."
"I’d say, ‘Don’t be afraid to try!’"
"I’d remind them everyone starts somewhere."
"I’d tell them to keep going."
"I’d say, ‘You’re doing great!’"
"I’d smile and cheer for them."
How can you be understanding when your friend makes a mistake?
"I can forgive them."
"I can tell them it’s okay."
"I can help them fix it."
"I can be patient."
"I can listen to their side."
"I can remind them everyone makes mistakes."
"I can still be kind to them."
"I can give them another chance."
What can you do if you’ve been dishonest with a friend?
"I can tell the truth."
"I can say I’m sorry."
"I can admit what I did."
"I can try to make it right."
"I can promise to be honest next time."
"I can talk to them and explain."
"I can ask for forgiveness."
"I can learn from my mistake."
How can you be loyal to your friends in difficult situations?
"I can stand up for them."
"I can stay by their side."
"I can keep their secrets."
"I can support them even when it’s hard."
"I can remind them I care."
"I can help them solve the problem."
"I can listen to them."
"I can be kind and not give up on them."