Name that Social Skill
Look at the person
Say "ok"
Do what you have been asked right away
Check back
What is
Following Instructions
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
Amy is asked to return all supplies to the cart in the back of the history room for her row. She does so quickly and returns to her seat.
What is
Following Instructions
Correctly
Look at task or assignment
Think about steps needed to complete task
Focus all attention on task
Stop working only when instructed
Ignore distractions & interruptions
What is
Staying on Task
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
In math class today, students switched seats so that the substitute could not take attendance.
What is
Sub Behavior
Incorrect
Look at person
Use a calm and pleasant voice
Say "may I..."
Accept answer calmly
What is
Asking Permission
Take assigned seat
Follow all social skills
Be patient and flexible
Use 0-1 voice
What is
Sub Behavior
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
Toby needs help with a math problem. His teacher is busy helping another student, Toby shouts, “I don’t get this problem.”
What is
Getting the Teacher's Attention
Incorrect
Look at the adult
Say "Ok"
Stay calm
If you disagree, ask later
What is
Accepting NO for an Answer
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
Mark is told to pick up the area around his desk, he replies, “It’s not my trash.”
What is
Following Instructions
Incorrect
Let the other person use item first
Ask if you can use it later
When you use it, offer it back to the other person after you have used it
What is
Sharing Something
Keep eyes on task
Focus on work
Keep comments to self
What is
MYOB
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
Morgan asked if she could use the restroom during a science lecture. The teacher replied, “No.” Morgan began to argue that she was never allowed to use the restroom.
What is
Accepting No
Incorrect
Look at the person
Say OK
Stay calm
What is
Accepting Criticism or a Consequence
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
During guided study, Mary has a question about an assignment. She turns to her friend and begins talking about the assignment.
What is
Asking Permission
Incorrect
Look at the person
Use a serious, sincere voice
Say "I'm sorry for.. or I want to apologize for..."
Explain how you will do better in the future
Say "Thanks for listening"
What is
Making an Apology
Look at the teacher
Raise your hand and stay calm
Wait until teacher says your name
Ask your question
What is
Getting an Adult's Attention
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
As a result of her inappropriate behavior, Alexis is given an after school detention. When she is told of her detention, she texts her mom complaining about her consequence.
What is
Accepting Criticism or a Consequence
Incorrect
Look at the person
Ask the person if have time to help you
Clearly explain kind of help you need
Thank person for helping
What is
Asking for Help
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
Students are given time to work on their science homework during the last 15 minutes of class. Ted and Mary decide to write notes and pass them to one another.
What is
Staying on Task
Incorrect
Identify the task to be completed
Assign task to each person
Discuss ideas in calm, quiet voice, and let all share ideas
Work on task until completed
What is
Working with Others
Look at the person
Use a pleasant voice
Tell why you feel differently
Give a reason
Listen to the other person
What is
Disagreeing Appropriately
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
Students are told to bring a pencil and paper only to class. Andre walks into class with his backpack and homework. When told to return to his locker and bring the needed materials, he grumbles, “I didn’t hear the instructions.”
What is
Accepting Criticism or Consequence
Incorrect
Look at person talking and remain quiet
Wait until person is done talking before you speak
Show you heard the person by nodding head, saying OK, That's interesting, etc.
What is
Listening
Name skill and if correctly or incorrectly followed:
Jalon asks to use the restroom. The teacher says,” No”. Jalon returns to his seat quietly.
What is
Accepting No
Correctly
Look at person
Use a pleasant voice
Listen to what the other person says
When there is a break in conversation, ask a question or share your thoughts
What is
Having a Conversation