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My name is [Name]. Every day at school, I eat lunch in the cafeteria. The cafeteria is a big room where lots of students eat together.

When it is time for lunch, I walk with my class through the hallway. The hallway can be noisy, and that is okay. Many students are excited about lunch.

In the cafeteria, I pick up a tray and choose my food. Other students are doing the same thing. We all get to pick what we want to eat.

I will find a seat and sit down. I can eat my food and talk quietly with the students near me. My teachers and friends feel happy when we eat together calmly.

After I am done eating, I put my tray away and wait for my class. I did a great job at lunch today!

Sometimes at school, we practice what to do if there is a fire. This practice is called a fire drill.

A loud bell will ring. The bell is a signal — it tells everyone to stop what they are doing and walk outside. It is normal to feel surprised when the bell rings.

When the bell rings, my teacher will tell the class to line up. I will push in my chair, stand up, and walk to the line. Everyone moves quickly and quietly to help keep us safe.

Outside, my class will stand together in a line. My teacher will count to make sure everyone is there. Other classes will be outside too.

After a few minutes, a grownup will say it is okay to go back inside. Practicing fire drills helps everyone stay safe. I am good at following fire drill directions.

Making friends is something many kids do at school. I would like to have friends too.

Friends are people who like to do some of the same things I do. To make a friend, I can look for someone who seems friendly.

I can walk up to someone and say, "Hi, my name is [Name]. What is your name?" Most people feel happy when someone is friendly to them.

I can listen when the other person talks. I can share something about myself too. This is called having a conversation.

Sometimes I might feel nervous to talk to someone new. That is okay. I can take a deep breath and try. Making friends takes practice. Every time I try, I am getting better at it.

At school, we often stand in lines. Lines help everyone get somewhere safely and fairly.

When my teacher says to line up, I will stop what I am doing and walk to the line. I will stand behind the person in front of me, leaving some space between us.

Waiting in line can take a little time. Other students are waiting too. While I wait, I can stand still, look forward, or think about something I like.

When the line starts moving, I move with it. I keep my hands and feet to myself so no one gets bumped.

Waiting patiently in line is a skill I am getting better at every day. My teacher notices when I wait calmly, and that feels good.

Playing games at school or with friends is fun. In a game, sometimes one person wins and the other person does not win.

When I do not win a game, it is called losing. Almost everyone loses a game sometimes — even really good players. Losing does not mean I am bad at the game. It means I have more chances to practice.

I might feel disappointed or frustrated when I lose. Those feelings are normal. Many people feel that way.

When I lose a game, I can say, "Good game!" to the winner. I can take a deep breath if I feel upset. I can ask to play again.

Being a good sport when I lose shows others that I am fun to play with. I can be that kind of player.

At school, there are supplies that I share with my classmates. Sharing means using something together or taking turns.

When there is only one of something — like a crayon color or a glue stick — other students might want to use it too. Everyone needs a turn.

When someone asks to share, I can say "Sure, I'll be done in a minute" or hand it over when I'm finished. When I need something someone else is using, I can ask politely: "May I use that when you're done?"

Sharing can feel hard sometimes. But when we share, everyone feels included and respected. My teacher feels happy when students share without being asked.

Sharing is a way of showing kindness. I am good at being kind.

Every day, I ride the school bus to get to school or to go home. The bus is a big yellow vehicle that carries many students.

When the bus arrives, I wait in a line and get on one at a time. I find a seat and sit down. I put my backpack on my lap or between my feet.

On the bus, I stay in my seat while the bus is moving. The bus driver needs to focus on driving, so students talk quietly and keep their hands and feet to themselves. This helps keep everyone safe.

When the bus reaches my stop, I wait for the bus to stop completely before standing up. I say thank you to the bus driver if I want to.

Bus drivers and students appreciate it when everyone rides safely. I know how to ride the bus the right way.

Every classroom has rules. Rules help everyone learn and feel safe.

In my classroom, the rules are: be kind, be safe, be responsible, and be ready to learn. My teacher and classmates like it when everyone follows the rules.

Being kind means I use nice words and treat others the way I want to be treated. Being safe means I keep my hands and feet to myself. Being responsible means I take care of my belongings and do my work. Being ready to learn means I listen and try my best.

When I follow classroom rules, my classroom feels calm and happy. My teacher and classmates feel respected. I feel proud of myself for doing the right thing.

I will try to follow the classroom rules every day.

At school, there is a bathroom that students use during the day. The bathroom helps me stay clean and comfortable.

When I need to use the bathroom, I can raise my hand or show my teacher my bathroom pass. My teacher will let me know when I can go.

I walk to the bathroom and open the door. I use a stall, then wash my hands with soap and water. Washing hands keeps germs away and keeps other people healthy.

I dry my hands with a paper towel and put it in the trash. Then I walk back to class.

Using the bathroom at school is a normal part of the day. My teacher is proud of me for taking care of my body needs.

Throughout my life, I will meet many new people — new classmates, teachers, neighbors, and coworkers. Meeting new people is a normal part of life.

When I meet someone new, I can smile, make eye contact if it feels comfortable, and say hello. I might say, "Hi, I'm [Name]" or "Nice to meet you."

New people might ask me questions to get to know me. I can answer with a few words or a sentence. I can also ask them a question back, like "What do you like to do?"

It is okay if I feel nervous around new people. Lots of people feel nervous when meeting someone new. I can take a deep breath and remember that most people are friendly.

The more I practice meeting people, the easier it gets.