Expected vs. Unexpected
This is what we call behavior that makes people feel comfortable and calm.
What is expected behavior?
Your friend just lost her favorite toy. The feeling she might have.
What is sad?
When someone asks you a question, this is what you do next to keep the conversation going.
What is answer and then ask a related question?
Your friend wants to play a different game than you. One good thing to try.
What is taking turns/compromising?
Before you join a game, you should do this first to see if it’s a good time.
What is watch and observe?
You interrupt your friend while she’s talking. This type of behavior might make her feel annoyed.
What is unexpected behavior?
Your partner sighs loudly and looks frustrated during a game. What should you ask?
What is “Are you okay?”
If someone is talking about soccer, you should say something ______ to stay on topic.
What is related?
Two people want to use the same swing. A fair solution.
What is taking turns/setting a timer?
You’re at a library. The expected volume level is this.
What is quiet/low voice?
You walk into class, say “hi,” and hang up your coat. This is an example of this.
What is expected behavior?
Your classmate won the spelling bee. How might she feel?
What is proud/excited?
When you don’t understand something, you should use one of these (like “Can you say that again?”).
What is a repair strategy?
A classmate tells you to stop singing during work time. What should you do?
What is stop and respect the request?
When someone is wearing headphones, it usually means this.
What is they don’t want to be interrupted?
You take someone’s pencil without asking. This is an example of this kind of behavior.
What is unexpected behavior?
You accidentally bump into someone in line. What should you say?
What is “I’m sorry”?
Someone is telling a long story and you want to add something. You wait, listen for a pause, and then say something related. This skill is called this.
What is taking conversational turns / waiting for the right entry point?
Someone is teasing you on the playground. One safe, expected response.
What is walk away and tell an adult?
You’re at a birthday party and you want cake first. You should wait for this signal.
What is being told it’s time / being served?