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Description

Support children to build strong, positive friendships with this engaging collection of posters and provocation learning cards.

Designed for Early Childhood and Primary learners, this resource helps tamariki learn what it means to be a good friend when starting ECE, transitioning to big school, and navigating everyday social situations in the classroom and playground.

Through simple, real-life scenarios, children explore how to include others, use kind words, take turns, share, and solve problems in respectful ways. These resources support the development of essential social skills and confidence, helping children feel safe, connected, and ready to learn.

Perfect for supporting school readiness, transitions, and daily classroom interactions, this pack encourages inclusive behaviour and strengthens relationships—helping every child learn how to be a good friend.

  • Friendship & social skills
  • Inclusion, kindness & belonging
  • Problem-solving & positive behaviour

Ways to Use in the Classroom

Morning Meetings / Circle Time

Use a card to spark discussion about what being a good friend looks like in different situations.

Role Play & Social Scenarios

Act out real-life situations (sharing, turn-taking, including others) to practise positive friendship skills.

Starting School / Transition Support

Use the cards to help children understand routines, expectations, and how to make friends in new environments.

Problem-Solving Discussions

Talk through common friendship challenges and explore ways to solve problems using kind words and actions.

Small Group Learning

Work in groups to practise communication, cooperation, and teamwork skills.

Playground & Classroom Connections

Refer back to the cards during playtime to reinforce positive behaviours in real moments.

Creative Activities

Encourage children to draw or share what a good friend looks like and how they can be one.

Home–School Connections

Send cards home to support consistent language around friendship and kindness with whānau.

Simple. Practical. Ready to use.