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“Always be kind and never be rude”

January 28, 2025 by szachik@pvs.org 4 Comments

By 6th-Grade Bloggers on Special Assignment Dior Halum and Sophia Nayfack

Over the past couple of weeks Sophia and Dior went down to the Lower School to gather thoughts and advice from lower schoolers about relationships and friendships. There were many different ideas throughout the different grades. The ideas and thoughts will really surprise you!

6-year-old Kindergartener Samantha answers fiercely!

Sophia: “What do you like to do with your friends?”

Samantha: “I like to play Kitty Cats on the playground with Raymina, Freya and myself!”

6-year-old Kindergartners Luka & Freya bring some playful responses!

Dior: “Where would you like to take your friends for fun?”

Luka & Freya: “We would like to take our friends to a really bouncy trampoline park.”

5-year-old Kindergartener Raymina came to us with a great response!

Sophia: “How old were you when you had your first best friend?”

Raymina: “My best friends are Sammy, Hailey, and Emma, and I am 5 and a half!”

3rd-graders Mehreen, Theo, and Avery say kindness and trust are key to healthy friendships.

3rd-grader Theo gives a really thoughtful answer!

Dior: “Do you have any advice for best friends?”

Theo: “Always be kind, and never be rude.”

3rd-grader Mehreen meets her best friend!

Dior: “How old were you when you met your best friend, and who was it?”

Mehreen: “I was nine years old when I met my best friend Ellie.”

3rd-grader Avery gives a great strong answer!

Sophia: “What do you think friendships mean?”

Avery: “I think friendships mean to be trustworthy to each other.”

3rd-grader Noah gives his response a lot of thought!

Dior: “Is there anything you want to change with you and your friends?”

Noah: “I would like to play with them more in person rather than on screens such as video games.”

4th-grader Gwendalynn gives some great advice!

Sophia: “Where would you like to take a partner?”

Gwendalynn: “I would take them to an Italian or Mexican restaurant!”

4th-graders Jonathan, Alex, Grace, and Lucy recommend taking your friend or significant other out someplace fun.

4th-grader Lucy has a kind answer!

Dior: “What age should someone have a partner, and do you have any advice for people in relationships?”

Lucy: “Don’t break each other’s hearts, and I think you should be at least 14.”

4th-grader Jonathan has a great response!

Sophia: “Do you have any friendship advice?”

Jonathan: “Be kind, and don’t bully.”

4th-grader Alex gives some great advice!

Dior: “Do you recommend any places for people in relationships to go?”

Alex: “Movie theaters and Disneyland!”

4th-grader Grace gives a very cute answer!

Sophia: “Where would you wanna take your friend?”

Grace: “I would like to take Haley to the beach!”

5th-grader Julie gives really great advice!

Sophia: “Do you have any advice for a long lasting friendship?”

Julie: “Always show your emotions, and my best friend is Sienna!”

5th-grader Sienna names a great food spot!

Dior: “Do you recommend any food places for people in relationships to go?”

Sienna: “California Pizza Kitchen.”

5th-grader Isabella gives an amazing answer.

Sophia: “Where would you like to go, and who would you take?”

Isabella: “I would take Livia, Sienna, and Julie to the park.”

These are great answers that are coming from the Lower-School grades. They are varied and insightful! This is some very valid advice for anybody who is looking for a better friendship or relationship. We thank all the students and teachers for letting us interview them!

–Dior & Sophia

Filed Under: Advice, Happiness, Interview Tagged With: "Always be kind and never be rude”, Dior Halum, Sophia Nayfack

Comments

  1. Lina Kakoussian says

    January 28, 2025 at 10:01 pm

    Great job Dior and Sophia! You did great 🙂

    Reply
  2. Kerry Maguire says

    January 29, 2025 at 12:37 am

    Now I’m hungry. Thanks, Dior and Sophia!

    Reply
  3. Christopher Griffin says

    January 29, 2025 at 1:37 am

    “Always be kind and never be rude.” Words to live by.

    Reply
  4. Elizabeth Richardson says

    January 29, 2025 at 2:28 am

    Nice job girls! These are great tips to share.

    Reply

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