Grades 1–3
Team Player or Bossy?
Circle team player or bossy for ten things kids do in a group, then write one way to be a great team player.
SEL worksheet · Friendship and teamwork
Friendly Words to Trace
Trace four friendly things to say, like “Can I play?” and “Your turn,” then draw you and a friend playing.
- Grade level
- Grades K–1
- Time
- About 15 minutes
- Answer key
- Not needed: answers vary
- Kids practice
- Friendship skills, Teamwork, Conversation skills, Cooperation
What kids do
Printed on the sheet:
- Trace each sentence. Say it out loud.
- Thank you, friend.
- Want to play with me?
- Draw you and a friend playing together.
Teacher tip
Say each phrase together in a friendly voice before tracing.
How to use it
- Use it at the start of the year or after a class change.
- Follow it with a short team game so kids can try the skills.
- Use it during morning meeting or right after recess, when the topic is fresh.
Watch for
Kids who are often left out. Use these sheets to build in partners on purpose.
Talk about it
- How do you join a game that has already started?
- How might someone else see it differently?
Take it further
Make a class book of friendship tips with one page per child.
US Letter, prints well in black and white. Free for home and classroom use: print as many copies as you need.
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