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In this joyful and heartwarming episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children reflect on what makes friendship so special—and how to show gratitude for the people who support, laugh, and grow with them. Through the gentle story of Ella, Liam, and Zara planning a friendship picnic, pupils are encouraged to think about how they can celebrate the bonds that matter most.

This episode is a celebration of kindness, gratitude, and togetherness, helping pupils build positive relationship habits that last a lifetime.

What’s Included:

Guided Audio Episode – A story-led mindfulness session encouraging children to appreciate and celebrate their friendships. Transcript included for flexible teaching.

Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – An 8-page printable journal with reflection prompts, story-based questions, creative planning, and a mindful challenge for the week.

Teacher Guide – A 12-page resource featuring a full lesson plan, vocabulary guidance, scaffolded support, and discussion ideas for developing friendship skills and emotional literacy.

Key Themes:

Celebrating friendship builds empathy and emotional connection

Every child has the power to make someone feel valued

Kind gestures, words, and time together make friendships stronger

Gratitude and reflection deepen children’s understanding of social connection

Learning Outcomes:

Pupils reflect on what makes their friendships meaningful

Children identify ways to say thank you and show care for others

Creative planning tasks help pupils take real-world action

The final Mindful Moment Challenge reinforces the joy of kindness and connection

This episode closes the Navigating Friendships series with an uplifting message: that friendship is worth celebrating every day—and that even small acts of care can make a big difference.