Materials
Construction paper photos of the children glue markers stapler
Instructions
1. Five-year-olds tend to have difficulty playing in groups of three. The words, "You're not my friend" are uttered frequently by children of this age.
2. If children want to play very dissimilar things, it's important to realize that sometimes "working things out" or compromising is just not a viable option.
3. As children grow up, they need to understand that although friends may be involved in other activities that they aren't fond of, they can still be friends.
4. Teaching children to use the phrase, "I'm not playing with you right now, but maybe later" results in fewer arguments and less upset feelings.
5. If there seems to be a chance to reconcile the activities, try telling thechildren, "You have two hands, so you can have two friends." 6. Make a class book of things the children like to do at school. Take pictures of the children involved in these activities. Ask, "Who likes to do puzzles?" and take a picture of all of the children who like to do puzzles working on puzzles. "Who likes to read?" "Who lies to write?" When children are looking for someone to play with, direct them to the book so they can find someone who enjoys the same activity.
