Being a good friend
I can describe the features of a good friend and a good listener.
Being a good friend
I can describe the features of a good friend and a good listener.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A good friend is kind.
- A good friend listens.
- A good friend stops what they're doing if we say no.
Keywords
Kind - treating other people well and thinking about their feelings
Listen - to hear and try to understand what someone is saying
Common misconception
A good friend always wants to do the same things as us.
No-one is identical. It's ok if our friends want to do different activities to us. We might even enjoy doing what other people want to do.
To help you plan your year 1 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Being a good friend, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
when my friend shares with me
when no one wants to play with me
when someone breaks my toy
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
You stop what you're doing.
You thank them and play together.
You say "that's ok" and find something else to do.