Friendship Basics
An 8-Week Music-Based SEL Resource
Why IM4U Works
Because music creates connection.
Because children learn best through joy.
Because teachers deserve tools that support the whole child and the whole classroom.
Friendship Basics Free Trial
You’ll get 21 days of free access to Friendship Basics, our music-based SEL program for early childhood classrooms. Your free trial includes Week 2 of the curriculum, with everything you need to explore this week’s lessons with your class, with the help of the Lonely Broccoli.
What’s Included
- Week-at-a-Glance lesson plan overview
- Five days of classroom-ready lessons (Monday-Friday)
- Clear goals & learning objectives
- Materials lists and curated resources
- Simple teacher prep guidance
- Practical teacher tips for real classroom moments
- A family email newsletter to extend learning at home
Experience how IM4U fits naturally into your daily routine, supporting connection, emotional growth, and joyful learning through music.
No credit card required.
Friendship Basics 8-Week Resource
$199 one-time fee
Friendship Basics is an 8-week social-emotional learning program designed to help young children build kindness, confidence, and connection, through music, play, and meaningful classroom experiences.
Each week includes classroom-ready lessons that are flexible, easy to implement, and grounded in research, making SEL feel natural and joyful for both teachers and students.
What’s Included
- Weekly lesson plans with daily goals & learning objectives
- Materials lists and curated resources
- Simple teacher prep guidance
- Practical teacher tips for real classroom moments
- Original music, short videos, and puppet skits
- Cooperative games that encourage connection and inclusion
- Family communication templates to extend learning beyond the classroom
For Families, Too
In addition to classroom lessons, teachers receive 8 weeks of family-facing tools designed to encourage engagement at home, helping children practice emotional skills, kindness, and communication with the people who matter most.
Friendship Basics supports the whole child, in the classroom and beyond.
What Children Explore and Practice
Across the 8 weeks, children learn to:
Be a Friend to Yourself and Others
Build self-kindness, empathy, and caring relationships.
Include and Share
Practice cooperation, generosity, and community.
Diversity and Respect
Celebrate differences and develop respect for others.
Speak Up and Listen
Strengthen communication, confidence, and understanding.
Let's Talk Feelings
Identify, express, and manage emotions through music and movement.
Resilience
Learn to cope with challenges and bounce back with support.
Growth Mindset
Embrace learning, effort, and self-belief.
Celebrate!
Reflect, express pride, and honor growth together.
