Teamwork Champions
Why is working with others important?
It helps people accomplish goals, solve problems, and support one another.
Does fair always mean everyone gets the exact same thing?
No. Fair means everyone gets what they need.
What does getting along with others mean?
Being respectful, cooperative, and kind.
What is criticism or feedback?
Information someone gives to help us improve.
Name one strategy you can use when you're upset.
Deep breathing, taking a break, talking to someone, counting, etc.
Name one situation where you might need to work with others.
School projects, sports, chores, games, family activities, clubs, etc.
A student gets extra time on a test because they need it. Is this fair or unfair?
Fair.
Name one behavior that helps people get along.
Listening, sharing, taking turns, using kind words, helping others.
True or False:
All criticism is meant to hurt your feelings.
False.
Why might taking space be helpful?
It helps calm emotions before responding.
What is one challenge people may face when working with others?
Disagreements, different ideas, wanting control, communication problems, frustration.
Someone cuts in line because they don't want to wait. Fair or unfair?
Unfair.
Which behavior helps more:
A. Interrupting
B. Listening
Listening.
What is helpful feedback?
Feedback that is respectful, specific, and helps you improve.
When should you talk about a problem?
When calm and ready to communicate respectfully.
What is one benefit of working together instead of alone?
More ideas, shared responsibilities, learning from others, finishing tasks faster.
Why might two people need different things to be successful?
People have different strengths, needs, and challenges.
What can you do if you disagree with someone?
Stay calm, listen, compromise, use respectful words.
What is unhelpful feedback?
Mean, insulting, unclear, or intended to hurt someone
A friend says something upsetting. What is a better choice?
A. Yell back
B. Take a breath and talk later
B.
Describe a time when teamwork helped solve a problem.
multiple answers acceptable- discussion question
Give an example of a situation where fair and equal are not the same thing.
Discussion question.
A friend wants to play a different game than you. Show how you could respond respectfully.
discussion question
Someone says:
"You always mess everything up."
Is this helpful or unhelpful feedback? Why?
Unhelpful because it is vague and hurtful.
Give two coping tools you could use when something feels unfair.
Any appropriate combination.