Richard, Age 11: Wondering how to be popular

Ep. 38 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Popular kids aren’t necessarily well-liked.

Richard wants to know how to become popular.

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

- Which kids do you know whom you consider to be popular? What do you think makes them popular? Are they also well-liked by other kids? Why or why not?

- Which kids do you know who are well-liked by other kids? What do you think makes them well-liked?

- Why do kids sometimes want to be popular? Do you think that’s an important goal? Why or why not?

- Why do you think popular kids tend to be more anxious and sad than kids who have a few close friends?

- What does this statement mean: “Kindness is about how the other person feels and what they want”?

- What are some examples of kind things you’ve done for other kids? Why is it a good idea to do at least one kind action every day? (Hint: How does it make other people feel? How does it make you feel?)

Books mentioned in the podcast:

Growing Friendships: A Kids' Guide to making and Keeping Friends https://eileenkennedymoore.com/child-development-books/growing-friendships/

Growing Feelings: A Kids' Guide to Dealing with Emotions about Friends and Other Kids https://eileenkennedymoore.com/child-development-books/growing-feelings/

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