"Build-A-Friend"

Role-Play Activity Cards

Project Specs

How to Build a Friend

1
Work with your group of 2-3 builders.
2
Choose a blueprint (scenario) below.
3
Act it out using kind words and actions.
4
Discuss how kindness solved the problem.

Scenario 01

The Dropped Supplies

Crew Roster

• Student A (drops items)
• Student B & C (helpers)

Situation

Student A trips and scatters their pencils and papers right before class starts. They look embarrassed.

Building Task

How can Students B and C use kind words and actions to help Student A feel better and get organized?

Scenario 02

The New Kid

Crew Roster

• New Student
• Student Y & Z (playing)

Situation

A new student is sitting alone at recess. Student Y and Z are playing a fun game together.

Building Task

How can Y and Z use kind words to make the new student feel welcome and included in the game?

Scenario 03

The Big Idea

Crew Roster

Project Leader, Idea Giver, Listener

Situation

Idea Giver shares an idea. Project Leader says, "That's silly." Listener sees Idea Giver's face fall.

Building Task

How can the Listener show active listening? How can the Project Leader rephrase their response kindly?

Scenario 04

The Unfair Game

Crew Roster

Player 1, Player 2, Observer

Situation

Player 1 keeps changing the rules to win. Player 2 is getting upset.

Building Task

How can the Observer address the situation? How can Player 1 show compassion and fairness?

Scenario 05

The Sad Story

Crew Roster

Storyteller, Listener 1, Listener 2

Situation

Storyteller is sad about their pet. Listener 1 keeps interrupting. Listener 2 is paying attention.

Building Task

How can Listener 2 show empathy? What can Listener 1 do to be a better friend?

✂ Cut along the solid lines for individual scenario blueprints ✂

The Friendship Factory

Friendship Factory Lesson Plan

Welcome to the Friendship Factory Slide Deck

Kindness Conversation Starters

Build-A-Friend Role-Play Game Activity