Classroom Friend-Makers: Two Ready-to-Use Traditions for a Caring and Welcoming Classroom
Build a classroom where students feel seen, connected, and motivated to learn.
This ready-to-use teacher resource introduces two simple but powerful traditions you can start tomorrow:
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Routine Chat
A ritual that helps students practice speaking, listen to each other’s stories, and build trust in the room. With prompts and inclusive tips ready, even shy students can find their voice. -
Secret Buddy Action
A playful kindness exchange that turns your class into a caring community. Students secretly discover their buddy’s likes, write cards, and sometimes share small surprises — creating joyful bonds that last beyond the activity.
What’s Inside
- Teacher-friendly instructions (step-by-step, no prep stress)
- Printable cards, prompts, and discovery sheets
- Inclusion tips for shy or anxious students
- Reflection pages to deepen belonging
- Warm design in the spirit of LingNest 语巢 Teacher Resource Series
Why This Booklet
Research shows that when students feel a sense of belonging, they are more motivated, resilient, and confident in language learning. These classroom traditions may look small, but they create a lasting classroom culture where friendship = confidence = better outcomes.
Perfect For
- Language teachers
- Middle school & high school classrooms (ages 10+)
- Teachers who want easy, low-prep activities that truly build community
From my classroom to yours — may these little traditions spark joy, kindness, and connection.
More information at LingNest.co.nz.
Build a classroom where students feel connected and confident. This booklet gives you two ready-to-use traditions — Routine Chat and Secret Buddy Kindness Action — with printable cards, prompts, and tips that turn small moments into a caring classroom culture. 🌱 From LingNest: LingNest.co.nz