Llama-Themed Friendship Curriculum for Upper Elementary & Middle School

Help Students Build Strong, Healthy Friendships

Being a good friend doesn’t come naturally to every student. Friendship skills are learned and strengthened over time, and this engaging llama-themed curriculum makes that learning approachable and fun.

Perfect for upper elementary and middle school, these ready-to-use activities guide students as they explore what it means to be a good friend, reflect on their own experiences, and practice healthy relationship skills.

Aligned with ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors, this resource is ideal for classroom lessons, small groups, or lunch bunch counseling sessions.

Students will learn to:

• Recognize and classify characteristics of healthy and unhealthy friendships

• Identify the traits of a good friend

• Reflect on what they value in friendships and what to look for in new connections

• Discover ways to meet new friends

• Explore the character traits that help maintain friendships over time

• Navigate common challenges when making or keeping friends

• Build confidence in identifying and maintaining healthy relationships

Lessons Included:

1. What is a Friend?

2. Healthy & Unhealthy Friendships

3. Build a Healthy Friend

4. Ways to Make & Keep Friends

5. Practicing Friendship Skills

6. Review

Bring these lessons into your program and help your students feel more prepared, confident, and connected.