Friendship
Name one thing that makes someone a good friend.
Kindness, honesty, respect, listening, reliability, or including others.
What could you say when you want to start talking to someone new?
Say hello, introduce yourself, ask their name, or ask a question about a shared activit
You walk into a room where other kids are playing. What is one way to join in?
Watch what they are playing, say hello, or ask, 'Can I play too?'
Someone accidentally bumps into you. What could you do before reacting?
Pause and consider that it may have been an accident. Ask what happened if needed.
Name one question you could ask to get to know a new friend.
'What games do you like?' 'What do you like to do after school?' or another genuine question.
Your friend wants to play a game you don't like. What could you do?
Suggest taking turns choosing games or finding something you both enjoy.
Your friend is talking about their favorite video game. What can you do to show you are listening?
Listen, respond to what they said, ask a question, and avoid interrupting.
Someone says hello to you at school. What are a few ways you could respond?
Say hello back, smile if comfortable, or ask how they are doing.
You make a mistake while playing a game and someone laughs. What could you do?
Take a breath, remind yourself mistakes happen, ask them to stop if it feels hurtful, or seek help if needed.
Act out how you would politely disagree with someone.
'I see it differently,' 'I like that idea, but what about this?' or another respectful response.
You disagree with your friend. Does that mean the friendship is over?
No. Friends can disagree and still care about each other.
You want to tell a story, but someone else is already talking. What could you do?
Wait for a pause, listen, and then ask if you can share something.
You are at a birthday party and don't know many people. What is one small step you could take?
Approach one person, ask about the activity, or join a game.
A friend cancels plans with you. What could you do instead of immediately assuming they don't like you? A friend cancels plans with you.
Ask about rescheduling, consider other possible explanations, and make another plan.
Practice joining a group when you feel shy. What could you say?
'What are you playing?' 'Can I join?' or 'That looks fun!'
You notice a classmate sitting alone who wants to join in. What could you do?
Invite them to join, ask if they want to play, or help them feel included while respecting their choice.
You ask someone a question and they give a short answer. How could you keep the conversation going without making it feel like an interview?
Share something about yourself, ask a related open-ended question, or notice if they seem ready to end the conversation.
You are talking to someone, but they keep looking away and give short answers. What could you consider?
They may be distracted, tired, shy, or ready to do something else. You can check in or give them space instead of assuming they dislike you.
Two kids both want to choose the activity. How could they solve the problem fairly?
Take turns, compromise, choose together, or use a fair selection method.
Role-play a conversation where you ask a question, listen to the answer, share something about yourself, and ask a related follow-up.
Look for back-and-forth conversation, listening, and natural follow-up questions. There is no single correct script.