Friendships and making friends

Friends

Friends help us feel connected and supported — everyone needs people they can count on.

Good friends make life more fun and help us when things get tough.

Friends listen, care, and respect each other.

Sometimes friendships change — that’s OK. You can meet new people and make new friends in school, clubs, or your community.

Tips for being a good friend

• Be kind and listen.

• Include others.

• Say sorry if you hurt someone.

• Stick up for others if they’re being left out or treated unfairly.

Everyone deserves to feel like they belong.