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Helping children build strong friendships through listening and empathy
In this warm and practical episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children explore one of the most important parts of friendship: listening. Through the story of Leo and the talking stick, pupils learn how to listen with their ears, eyes, and heart—building emotional awareness, empathy, and stronger social bonds.
This lesson gives children the tools to become thoughtful, attentive friends and reinforces key values such as patience, respect, and kindness.
What’s Included:
Guided Audio Episode – A gentle, story-led session following Leo as he discovers how listening helps him connect with others. Full transcript included for accessibility and pre-teaching.
Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – An 8-page printable journal filled with real-life scenarios, reflection prompts, creative drawing tasks, and a three-step listening strategy.
Teacher Guide – A detailed 12-page guide offering structured lesson plans, vocabulary scaffolds, discussion starters, and inclusive teaching strategies.
Key Themes:
Why listening is important in friendships
How to listen with our ears (words), eyes (focus), and heart (empathy)
Practising emotional attunement and social kindness
Strengthening relationships through simple, mindful habits
Ideal For:
PSHE, circle time, and relationship education lessons
Supporting peer connection and emotional literacy
Classrooms fostering calm, kind, and respectful interaction
Learning Outcomes:
Pupils reflect on their own experiences of being listened to (or not)
Children learn a practical, three-part strategy to improve their listening
Role play and drawing tasks help embed active listening skills
Empathy and understanding are reinforced through narrative and practice
This episode helps children understand that being a good friend starts with being a good listener. Through relatable stories and structured reflection, pupils develop the core skills that strengthen friendships and classroom connection.
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