Friendship can sometimes come from the most unexpected places. I learned this lesson one day at school when I received a surprising gift from a classmate I barely spoke to.
It was just another ordinary school day. Everyone was excited because it was the last day before the holidays. Some of my friends were exchanging small gifts, but I hadn’t planned on giving or receiving anything special. During lunch, as I reached into my backpack, I noticed a small, neatly wrapped box sitting on my desk. My name was written on the tag, but there was no sender’s name. Curious, I unwrapped the gift. Inside was a beautiful set of colorful gel pens—exactly what I had been wanting for a long time!
I looked around the classroom, trying to figure out who had given it to me. Just then, I saw Alex, a quiet boy who usually sat alone, watching me nervously. “Is this from you?” I walked over and asked. He nodded shyly.
“But why?” I asked, surprised.
After hesitating for a moment, he said, “Last week, I heard you say that you really wanted these. I had an extra set at home, so I thought you might like them.”
I was touched by his kindness. Even though we weren’t close friends, he had been thoughtful enough to remember something I said. “Thank you, Alex.
I am very impressed,” I said sincerely.
From that day on, we started talking more. I learned that Alex loved drawing and reading, just like I did. Over time, we became good friends. I realized that true friendship isn’t just about being popular or always hanging out together—it’s about kindness, thoughtfulness, and small acts of generosity.
Sometimes, the best friendships start in the most unexpected ways.
Everyone can make a difference in school by being helpful, kind, and responsible. Making a difference means doing things that improve the school environment, help classmates, and support teachers. Even small actions, like keeping the classroom clean or helping a friend with homework, can have a big impact.
One way I have made a difference in my school is by helping to keep our classroom clean. Every day, I make sure to throw away any trash I see and remind my classmates to do the same. Sometimes, I help organize the books on the shelves or wipe the desks. A clean classroom makes learning more enjoyable and helps everyone feel comfortable.
Another way I try to make a difference is by being kind to my classmates. Last year, I noticed that one of my classmates was always sitting alone during lunch. I decided to sit with him and invite him to join my friends. Over time, he became more confident and made new friends. It made me happy to know that my small act of kindness helped him feel included.
I also try to make a difference by helping my teachers. Whenever my teacher needs assistance handing out papers or erasing the board, I volunteer to help. If a classmate doesn’t understand a lesson, I try to explain it in a simple way. This not only helps my classmates but also makes the teacher’s job easier.
In conclusion, making a difference in school doesn’t always mean doing something big. Even small actions, like keeping the classroom clean, being kind to classmates, and helping teachers, can improve the school environment. If everyone in school worked together to be helpful and kind, it would be a better place for learning and friendship.