Communication
What does it mean to be a good listener?
Paying attention and listening to what someone says.
What should you do before reacting to a problem?
Stop, take a breath, and think.
True or False: You can disagree with someone while still being respectful.
True
I have hands but cannot clap. What am I?
A clock
I happen when you wait until it is your turn before you speak or play. What am I?
Taking turns
What is one way to show someone you are listening?
Looking toward them, staying quiet while they talk, or responding appropriately.
Two students want the same seat. Name one fair solution.
Take turns, find another seat, or compromise.
True or False: Winning is more important than being respectful.
False
What has words but never speaks?
A book
I happen when you use words to tell someone what you need or how you feel. What am I?
Communication
Instead of saying, "That's a bad idea" when you disagree, what could you say?
"I have a different idea," or "I don't agree, but I understand your idea."
Someone accidentally bumps into you. What could you do?
Check if it was accidental and respond calmly.
True or False: You should ignore someone who is trying to share an idea that is different from yours.
False
What comes down but never goes up?
Rain
I am when you think about how your actions might affect someone else. What am I?
Perspective-taking
Your friend keeps interrupting you. What is a respectful way to handle it?
"Please let me finish, and then I'll listen to you."
Your friend doesn't want to play the game you chose. What could you do?
Take turns choosing, compromise, or find a game everyone enjoys.
True or False: Sometimes the fairest solution is to compromise instead of getting exactly what you want.
True
What has cities, roads, and rivers but no people, cars, or water?
A map
I am when you admit that you made a mistake and take responsibility for it. What am I?
Accountability
You are upset with a teammate. How can you tell them what is wrong without yelling or insulting them?
Use an I-statement, such as, "I felt frustrated when you changed the plan without asking me."
Your group cannot agree on a plan. Describe three steps you could use to solve the problem.
Listen to everyone's ideas → identify the problem → brainstorm/choose a solution.
True or False: Sometimes walking away for a few minutes can be a better choice than arguing.
True
I am always in front of you but can never be seen. What am I?
The future
I am when you find a solution that considers what both people need instead of only focusing on yourself. What am I?
Compromise