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Summary: Rowan learns about friendship and promises after being disappointed by her friend Grant.
Synopsis: On a sunny day at the playground, Rowan and her friends, Sammie and Grant, decide to try skateboarding. Despite initial nervousness, Rowan and Sammie have fun learning. Grant promises to give Rowan lessons but forgets twice, leaving Rowan disappointed. Sammie cheers Rowan up with her new skateboard, and they practice together. When Grant finally arrives, Rowan calmly expresses her feelings, and Grant apologizes. They all reconcile and enjoy skateboarding together, strengthening their friendship.
Themes: The story explores themes of friendship, disappointment, communication, and forgiveness. It highlights the importance of keeping promises and how breaking them can affect relationships. The narrative also emphasizes the value of expressing feelings calmly and respectfully, and how genuine apologies and understanding can mend hurt feelings and strengthen bonds.
Using Skateboard Buddies in Session
Therapists can use "Skateboard Buddies" to help children understand the impact of their actions on others and the importance of keeping promises. Discussing Rowan's feelings and her approach to addressing disappointment can teach children how to communicate their emotions effectively. Role-playing scenarios from the story can help children practice expressing their feelings and apologizing sincerely. The story also provides an opportunity to discuss problem-solving and finding alternative ways to have fun when plans change unexpectedly.
Discussion Questions:
1. How did Rowan feel when Grant forgot about their skateboarding lessons?
2. Why is it important to keep promises?
3. How did Rowan express her feelings to Grant, and why was this a good way to handle the situation?
4. How did Sammie help Rowan when she was feeling disappointed?
5. Can you think of a time when you felt disappointed by a friend? How did you handle it?
6. What can you do if a friend breaks a promise to you?
7. How did Grant's apology help to resolve the situation?
8. Why is it important to express your feelings calmly and respectfully?
About
Summary: Rowan learns about friendship and promises after being disappointed by her friend Grant.
Synopsis: On a sunny day at the playground, Rowan and her friends, Sammie and Grant, decide to try skateboarding. Despite initial nervousness, Rowan and Sammie have fun learning. Grant promises to give Rowan lessons but forgets twice, leaving Rowan disappointed. Sammie cheers Rowan up with her new skateboard, and they practice together. When Grant finally arrives, Rowan calmly expresses her feelings, and Grant apologizes. They all reconcile and enjoy skateboarding together, strengthening their friendship.
Themes: The story explores themes of friendship, disappointment, communication, and forgiveness. It highlights the importance of keeping promises and how breaking them can affect relationships. The narrative also emphasizes the value of expressing feelings calmly and respectfully, and how genuine apologies and understanding can mend hurt feelings and strengthen bonds.
Discussion Questions:
1. How did Rowan feel when Grant forgot about their skateboarding lessons?
2. Why is it important to keep promises?
3. How did Rowan express her feelings to Grant, and why was this a good way to handle the situation?
4. How did Sammie help Rowan when she was feeling disappointed?
5. Can you think of a time when you felt disappointed by a friend? How did you handle it?
6. What can you do if a friend breaks a promise to you?
7. How did Grant's apology help to resolve the situation?
8. Why is it important to express your feelings calmly and respectfully?