SEL: Kindness and Friendship
Practicing caring words, helpful actions, and friendship skills
SEL: Kindness and Friendship
Practicing caring words, helpful actions, and friendship skills
SEL - Grade 2-3
- 1
Maya sees a classmate sitting alone at lunch. Write one kind thing Maya could say or do.
Think about words that invite someone to join.
Maya could ask, "Would you like to sit with us?" This is kind because it helps the classmate feel included. - 2
Your friend drops a box of crayons and they spill on the floor. What can you do to show kindness?
You can help pick up the crayons and say something encouraging. This shows kindness because you are helping instead of laughing. - 3
Circle the kind choice: A. Share the ball so everyone gets a turn. B. Keep the ball and say no one else can play. Explain your choice.
A kind choice helps more than one person feel good.
Choice A is the kind choice because sharing gives everyone a chance to play and feel included. - 4
Write two words or phrases you can use to comfort a friend who feels sad.
You could say, "I am here for you" and "Do you want to talk?" These words show that you care about your friend. - 5
Look at the picture of two children wanting the same swing. What is a fair way they can solve the problem?
Think about a solution where both children get something they need.
They can take turns using the swing. Taking turns is fair because both children get a chance. - 6
A new student joins your class. Write one way you can help the new student feel welcome.
Think about what you would want someone to do if you were new.
You can introduce yourself and show the new student where things are in the classroom. This helps the new student feel welcome and less nervous. - 7
Your friend wins a game and you lose. Write a kind response you can say.
You can say, "Good game" or "Congratulations." This is kind because it shows good sportsmanship. - 8
Someone accidentally bumps into you in line. What is a calm and kind way to respond?
Accidents happen, so use a calm voice.
You can say, "It's okay, but please be careful." This response is calm and respectful. - 9
Look at the picture of a child holding art supplies while another child has none. What could the child do to be a good friend?
The child could share some art supplies. Sharing helps both children take part in the activity. - 10
Write one compliment you could give to a classmate about their effort, not how they look.
A good compliment can be about trying, helping, or learning.
You could say, "You worked really hard on your project." This compliment notices effort and encourages the classmate. - 11
Your friend wants to play a game you do not want to play. How can you be honest and kind at the same time?
You can say, "I do not want to play that game right now, but we can choose another game together." This is honest and still respectful. - 12
A classmate makes a mistake while reading aloud. Some students start to giggle. What is a kind choice you can make?
Think about how you would want others to act if you made a mistake.
You can stay quiet, listen respectfully, and encourage the classmate. This helps the classmate feel safe to keep trying. - 13
Look at the picture of children playing a board game. One child looks upset because they have not had a turn. What should the group do?
The group should make sure everyone gets a turn. Taking turns helps the game feel fair and friendly. - 14
Write one sentence that starts with "I feel" to tell a friend your feelings without blaming them.
Use the pattern: I feel blank when blank.
You could write, "I feel upset when I am left out of the game." This sentence shares feelings without using hurtful words. - 15
Think about a time someone was kind to you. Write what they did and how it made you feel.
A complete answer should name a kind action and describe a feeling. For example, "My friend helped me find my pencil, and I felt thankful."