Finish reading the story. Ultimately, they were special friends because they were kind to each other. We become kind only if we practice doing kind things. There is a connection between being kind to people and having friends. When we are kind, we will have more friends.
Action Have each student think of one thing they can do to show kindness to other class members.
Have students make a goal to do that kind act each day. Have students draw and label three main points in this story that show Amos and Boris being kind to each other. Have students draw and label a picture of themselves helping one of their friends.