Writing Prompt

Have students complete the sentence: “A friend is someone who …” Students may write, dictate or draw their response.

Friendship Web

Create a class web with the word “Friendship” in the center. Add student ideas about how to be a friend.

Role-Play Friendship

In small groups, students role-play scenarios from the book or classroom situations that demonstrate being a friend.

Friendship Drawing

Students draw a picture of themselves being a good friend. Encourage them to include details that show friendly actions.

Main Idea Tracking

Periodically ask students what the book is mostly teaching about friendship. Record key ideas on chart paper.