The Neighborly Skunk
From The Berenstain Bears · 2003
11 minPre-KK1st2ndSocial-Emotional Learning
Summary
A skunk moves into the neighborhood and the bears assume the worst before they've even said hello. When they get to know their new neighbor, they find a friendly, thoughtful bear worth welcoming.
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Discussion
A skunk moves into the neighborhood and the bears assume the worst before they've even said hello.
- Why are the bears unsure about their new neighbor at first?
- What changes their minds about the skunk?
- How can you make a new neighbor or classmate feel welcome?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: neighbor, welcome, first impression.
Try it: Write one friendly thing you could say to someone new in your class.