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Making Friends

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Learning Objectives

  • 1Say hello in a friendly way
  • 2Put the steps for making a friend in order
  • 3Show friendship by listening and taking turns
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Mini Lesson

Making a friend usually starts with one small, kind step. You do not need fancy words. A smile, a hello, and a kind question can help someone feel welcome.

How friendships can start

  • Look at the person and use a calm, friendly voice.
  • Say hello or use the person's name if you know it.
  • Ask a simple question like “Can I play?” or “Do you want to sit here?”

How friendships grow

  • Good friends listen when the other person talks.
  • Good friends take turns and share space, toys, and time.
  • Friendly words and calm bodies help other people feel safe.

What if you feel shy?

  • You can still take one small step, like smiling or saying hi.
  • You do not have to say many words all at once.
  • One kind step can begin a friendship.
Two children meeting in a friendly wayTwo children face each other and smile. A speech bubble says hello to show a friendly first step when making a friend.A smile and hello can start a friendship.Hello!
A calm smile and a simple hello can be the first step to making a friend.
Four simple steps for making friendsA four-step path shows hello, ask to join, take turns, and end with a happy friendship moment.Friend steps1234Say hiAsk to joinTake turnsKeep it kind
Making a friend can be broken into simple steps a child can practice one by one.
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Ask yourself: "What is one small, kind step I can use to make a friend?

Vocabulary
Friend
A person you like and trust to spend time withe.g. My friend plays with me at the park.
Friendship
The way two friends care for each othere.g. Our friendship grows when we share.
Greet
To say hello in a friendly waye.g. I greet my neighbor with a smile.
Welcome
To make someone feel happy to be theree.g. I welcome new kids to our table.
Shy
Feeling quiet or unsure around new peoplee.g. I felt shy on my first day.
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