What makes a good friend?

Instructions:

1. Start by telling the children that they will meet two of Al’s friends. Discuss what it means to be a good friend. 

2. Al introduces Keisha and Ty to the class. Together they lead a discussion about what makes a good friend and what they like to do with their friends. Refer to the puppet script for guidance. 

3. Play “Friend to friend”. Group the children in pairs and ask them to stand facing their partner. Call out a direction such as “Toes to toes!” and encourage the children to touch toes with their partner. Repeat with additional body parts, e.g., knee to knee, elbow to elbow, and hand to hand. 

4. After a few turns, say, "Friend to friend!” to signal the children to switch partners. Continue the game for as long as the children are interested.

InterACTions:

PK3

• Who are your friends?

• What do you like to do with your friends?

• How do we play nicely with our friends?

• How do we use kind hands with our friends?

• Was it fun to change friends?

PK4

• What makes a good friend?

• How can we show kindness to our friends?

• How did you feel when you played with different partners?

• How do you like to be treated by your friends? 

• How can we include everyone when we play?