In this activity, you will think about how to be a good friend at a birthday party. You will write a short story about Mickey’s birthday and share kind words, gratitude, and self-control.
Mickey is having a birthday party. You really want the first cupcake, but it’s not your turn yet.
What is the best choice to be a good friend and use self-control?
A good friend can feel excited at a birthday party and still use self-control.
Which choices are kind birthday words or actions? (Pick 2)
Write 1 word for how you want Mickey to feel on his birthday.
Write a short story about Mickey’s birthday party.
Include:
What happened first, next, and last
One moment you used self-control (waiting, taking turns, using a calm voice)
One kind thing you said or did for a friend
One gratitude sentence (a “thank you” sentence)
You can write 3–6 sentences.
Which sentence best shows gratitude at Mickey’s party?
Think about a birthday party (real or pretend).
Answer both:
What is one kind choice you made (or would make) at the party?
Write one gratitude sentence you can say today.