Welcome everyone to our Friendship Circle! Introduce yourself and share that today we will talk about what makes a good friend and practice friendly behaviors.

Display the chart on the board or projector. Ask students to call out ideas, and write their responses onto the chart.

Hand out one Compliment Card to each student. Model reading a card to a volunteer and receiving a “thank you” with a smile. Then set the timer for 1 minute per partner.

Explain each step slowly, then demonstrate with a volunteer. Invite pairs of students to practice while you circulate and give feedback.

Congratulate students on their effort. Encourage them to use these skills every day to build a positive classroom community.

Welcome everyone! Introduce today’s Friendship Magic Circle and share that we’ll explore what friendship means and practice friendly actions.

Ask students: “What is a friend?” Encourage a few volunteers to share examples of friendship in their lives.

Display the [Friendship Qualities Chart](#friendship-qualities-chart) on the board. Record student ideas by writing or drawing examples.

Model reading a Compliment Card with a volunteer. Hand out cards, set a 1-minute timer, and prompt students to switch partners when it rings.

Explain each handshake step slowly while demonstrating. Then invite pairs to practice, providing positive feedback as you circulate.

Congratulate students on their participation. Encourage them to use these friendship skills throughout the day.