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What Makes a Good Friend? Word Search

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This 22-word word search helps younger students explore positive character traits and qualities that make good friends for Grades 2–4. Hidden words include kind, trustworthy, friendly, brave, and creative—traits that support classroom discussions about friendship and social relationships. Use it as an SEL activity, a discussion starter, or a take-home reinforcement after a lesson on friendship skills.

Subject:
Social Emotional Learning
Topic:
Relationship Skills
Grade Level:
2nd – 4th Grades
Updated October 2025

Word List

  • FRIENDLY
  • BRAVE
  • FUN
  • FUNNY
  • CHEERFUL
  • NICE
  • HAPPY
  • SMART
  • CREATIVE
  • LOVABLE
  • PEACEFUL
  • LOVING
  • KIND
  • PLAYFUL
  • RESPECTFUL
  • HONEST
  • TRUSTWORTHY
  • SILLY
  • RESPONSIBLE
  • TALENTED
  • OUTGOING
  • ENCOURAGING

How to Use This Word Search

Print this word search for early finishers, vocabulary review, or classroom warm-ups. Click 'View Word Search' to change the grid size, swap words, or adjust difficulty before downloading.

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