Comfort Zones
Who is at the center of the personal space comfort zones? (Purple Circle)
Me
What is a personal space invader?
Someone who gets too close!
Aidan sees his teacher, Mrs. Webb, at the grocery store. He runs up to her and hugs her without asking.
Is Aidan being a space invader?
Yes, Aidan is being a space invader!
Who is in the 2nd circle of the personal space comfort zones? (Red Circle)
Give an example.
People I Love
Mom, Dad, Grandparents, Siblings
How can you tell from a person's face if you are being a space invader?
They may look annoyed, worried, confused, or uncomfortable.
Mr. Lucas sees Matt in the hallway and walks so close that his arm is touching Matt's.
Is Mr. Lucas being a space invader?
Yes, Mr. Lucas is being a space invader!
Who is in the 3rd circle of the personal space comfort zones? (Yellow Circle)
Give an example.
People I Trust
Classmates, Friends
How can you tell from a person's arms if you are being a space invader?
They start to cross their arms close to their heart.
Mason holds his hand out for a fist bump from his friend Frank in the cafeteria.
Is Mason being a space invader?
No, Mason is not a space invader!
who is in the 4th circle of the personal space comfort zones? (Green circle)
Give an example.
People Who Help Me
Coach, Teacher, Doctor
How can you tell from a person's body language if you are being a space invader?
Their body is stiff, turned away, or moving around a lot.
Sophia accidentally bumps into Miss Lori in the classroom. She apologizes and makes sure Miss Lori is ok.
Is Sophia being a space invader?
No, Sophia is not a space invader!
Who is in the 5th circle of the personal space zones? (Blue circle)
Give an example.
People I Don't Know
Strangers
How can you tell from a person's eye contact if you are being a space invader?
They start to avoid eye contact or start looking around when you are talking to them.
Ms. Trax walks down the hallway with her arms out, trying to hug every student she sees.
Is Ms. Trax being a space invader?
Yes, Ms. Trax is a space invader!