Making Friends
What is one way you can ask someone to play with you?
Do you want to play with me?
What is one way to show a friend you care?
Be kind, listen, share, or help them.
When playing a game, should you follow the rules?
Yes! Following the rules helps everyone have fun.
What are two kind words you can say to a friend?
Please, thank you, you're welcome, or great job!
Your friend says something that makes you sad. What can you do?
Use your words: 'That hurt my feelings.'
You see someone sitting alone at recess. What could you do?
Invite them to play or sit with you.
Your friend is talking, but you keep interrupting. What should you do?
Wait your turn and listen.
You want to be first in line, but someone is already there. What should you do?
Wait your turn.
A classmate drops all their crayons. What could you do?
Help them pick up the crayons.
You and a friend both want to be the leader. What could you do?
Take turns being the leader.
You want to make a new friend, but you feel shy. What could you say?
Say hello, smile, or ask their name.
Your friend wants to play a different game than you. What could you do?
Take turns choosing or find a game you both enjoy.
You and your friend both want the same toy. What is a fair solution?
Take turns or find a way to share.
Someone makes a mistake during a game. What should you say?
'That's okay! Everyone makes mistakes.'
A friend tells you they don't want to play right now. What should you do?
Respect their choice and find someone else or another activity.
A classmate is playing with blocks. You want to join. What should you do?
Ask if you can play too and find a way to join.
Give an example of how to ask.
You accidentally hurt your friend's feelings. What should you do?
Apologize and try to make things better.
You are losing a game and feel upset. What should you do?
Use a calm body, keep playing, and be a good sport.
You notice someone is not being included in a game. What could you do?
Invite them to join and make room for them.
You get angry because someone won't share. What is a safe and helpful way to handle it?
Take a breath, use calm words, and ask for a turn.
You are new to a classroom and don't know anyone. Name two ways to make a friend.
Introduce yourself
smile
ask someone to play
or find a shared interest.
Your friend is having a bad day. What could you do to be a good friend?
Ask if they are okay, listen, offer help, or include them.
Your team loses a game. What could you say or do to show good sportsmanship?
Say 'Good game!' and congratulate the other team.
Your friend gets an answer wrong in class. How can you respond kindly?
Be supportive. Don't laugh or make fun of them.
Two friends are arguing about a game. What are three steps they could use to solve the problem?
Stop and calm down, listen to each other, and find a fair solution.