Series 7 Episode 1 What Makes a Good Friend?

Helping children understand the qualities of a great friend

In this heartwarming opening episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children explore the building blocks of strong friendships. Through Mia’s story of growing a friendship garden with her classmate Jake, pupils learn that kindness, listening, and fairness are what make friendships thrive.

This episode gently introduces the concept of emotional responsibility in friendships, giving children the tools to reflect on what makes them a good friend and how they can grow these qualities every day.

What’s Included:

Guided Audio Episode – A calm, story-led session that invites children to reflect on what it means to be a good friend. Transcript included for flexible delivery.

Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – An 8-page illustrated reflection journal with thoughtful questions, drawing and writing tasks, a “Friendship Flower” activity, and a weekly kindness challenge.

Teacher Guide – A 12-page structured resource offering a detailed lesson plan, vocabulary support, scaffolding suggestions, and classroom discussion prompts focused on friendship and social-emotional learning.

Key Themes:

• Good friends are kind, fair, and really listen

• Friendships grow stronger with care and attention

• Everyone can learn how to be a better friend

• Being a good friend helps others feel included and safe

Learning Outcomes:

• Pupils reflect on personal experiences of friendship

• Children identify three core qualities: kindness, listening, and fairness

• Drawing and writing tasks help children visualise friendship skills

• A “Mindful Moment” challenge encourages small, daily acts of friendship

This episode lays the foundation for a positive and emotionally aware classroom, helping children feel confident in who they are as friends—and how they can make others feel seen, heard, and supported.