Use lunch and recess to talk to as many girls as you can. If you don’t know how to talk to a girl, figure out who her friends are, and make friends with them. That will give a chance to talk to the girl. Try to talk to girls who are close to your grade an age. If you’re in second grade, it’s probably a waste of time to try to get a fourth or fifth grader to be your girlfriend.
Compliment them. Tell them you think they’re smart or funny, or tell them that you like their clothes or their hair. Stand up for them. If you see somebody being mean to them, stand up for the girl you like, because then she’ll know you’re a good friend.
Take a bath or a shower and use lots of soap. Brush your teeth. Wear clean clothes
Talk about other people you know who have boyfriends or girlfriends, because it will give you a reason to ask if she wants one. Ask her if she’s ever thought about having a boyfriend, but don’t tell her it’s because you want to be her boyfriend. That might scare her off. If she says she doesn’t want a boyfriend, ask her why not. If she asks if you want a girlfriend, tell her that you wouldn’t mind having one, but that you’re not desperate to.
Find things to laugh about. Talk about funny things that happened at school, or watch a funny TV show you both like. Talk about things you have in common. If you two are in the same class, or if you like to do the same things outside of school, these are good things to talk about so your play date won’t be awkward.
If she likes to draw, give her some nice markers. If she likes fancy socks, give her a pair you like. It will make her feel special.
You’re one of my best friends, and I think you’re really smart and funny. I’ve noticed that we always have a really good time when we spend time together, so I’d like to spend more time with you. I feel like I can talk to you about things that I can’t talk to other people about. We have a lot in common, and I really like all of your friends. Remember—the best way to find out if a girl likes you is to be upfront about how you feel.
