Proverbs 13 · Grade 3

Friends Matter

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Read the Story

A wise son listens to his father's instruction, but a scoffer doesn't listen to rebuke. He who guards his mouth guards his soul.

Pride only breeds quarrels, but wisdom is with people who take advice. Proud people fight because they think they are always right.

Our friends shape us. One who walks with wise men grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. Choose friends who love God and do what is right.

Memory Verse

“One who walks with wise men grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.”

Proverbs 13:20 (WEB)

Answer the Questions

Who doesn't listen to rebuke?
What does he who guards his mouth guard?
What does pride breed?
What happens to a companion of fools?

Walk with the Wise

Write what happened in each box.

Word Search

Find each word. Words go across, down, and diagonally.

LISTENS
FATHER
WEALTH
WALKS
MOUTH
WISE
SOUL
GROW

Prayer

Dear God, thank You for wise friends. Help me . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

Why is it wise to think before you speak?
How can you stay away from friends who lead you wrong?