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Printable 3rd grade social-emotional learning worksheet with a story about respecting personal boundaries in friendships and comprehension questions.
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Respecting Boundaries in Friendships: Emma and the Hug Trouble

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This printable social-emotional learning worksheet for 3rd graders features a short story about Emma learning to respect her friend Jordan's boundary around physical affection. Students answer four comprehension questions and three reflection prompts about listening to boundaries, feeling uncomfortable, and showing respect in friendships. Useful for classroom discussions on empathy and relationship skills.

Subject:
Social Emotional Learning
Topic:
Relationship Skills
Grade Level:
3rd Grade
Updated September 2025

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