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Welcoming New Classmates

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Welcoming New Classmates

Read the mini-story, then practise listening, speaking and choosing kind words. You can answer aloud or write your ideas.

A new face at lunch

Ruby-Mae notices that a new classmate, Omar, is sitting alone near the playground. Ruby-Mae smiles and says, “Hi, I’m Ruby-Mae. Would you like to sit with us?” Omar says, “Yes, thanks. I like drawing.” Ruby-Mae replies, “That’s great! We have paper and pencils. Would you like to draw with us?” When the bell rings, Ruby-Mae says, “I’m glad we met. See you tomorrow!”

Listen and understand

Answer each question using the mini-story.

1.What does Ruby-Mae say to show Omar that he is welcome?
2.What does Omar say he likes doing?
  • Drawing
  • Singing
  • Playing football
3.How does Ruby-Mae show she is listening to Omar?
  • She asks about what he likes and offers paper and pencils.
  • She changes the subject straight away.
  • She tells him to go and play alone.

Choose kind words

Think about what makes a new classmate feel comfortable.

4.Circle the best way to invite someone to join a game.
  • You can’t play with us.
  • Would you like to play with us?
  • Go somewhere else.
5.Omar says, “I don’t know where the library is.” Write or say one helpful reply.
6.Match each moment to a friendly phrase.
  • Meeting a new classmate
  • Inviting someone to sit with you
  • Ending a chat kindly
  • Would you like to sit here?
  • It was nice talking with you. See you later!
  • Hi, I’m Alex. What’s your name?

Practise a conversation

Take turns speaking with a partner. Listen while your partner talks, then respond kindly.

7.Imagine a new classmate says, “I like playing handball.” Write one question that shows you are interested.
8.Write two things you could say to welcome a new classmate. Include a greeting and an invitation.
9.Your partner tells you they feel nervous on their first day. What could you say or do to help them feel comfortable?
10.Practise a polite conversation ending. Write one sentence you could say when it is time to go to class.

3 printable pages

  • Welcoming New Classmates, page 1 of 3: A new face at lunch, Listen and understand

    Page 1

  • Welcoming New Classmates, page 2 of 3: Choose kind words

    Page 2

  • Welcoming New Classmates, page 3 of 3: Practise a conversation

    Page 3

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