Good Friend
What characteristics make a good friend?
Here are some examples:
- Fun
- Honest
- Trustworthy
- Nice
-Responsible
- Helpful
- A good listener
- Smart
- Funny
- Kind
Expected Behaviors make others feel...
Comfortable, happy, calm!
what is a conflict?
when people disagree with something.
A situation where people have not yet reached an agreement
What does it mean to have "The Power to Choose"
that we have the power to make positive choices.
What was the first Disney Pixar movie?
Toy Story
True or False:
Sharing with others is an example of being a good friend
Unexpected Behaviors make others feel...
- annoyed
- frustrated
- upset
- Sad
- Mad
Share an example of a conflict.
Answers will vary. Some examples:
Taking an item from a friend or family member without asking
Wanting to play a different game from your peer when trying to decide what you two could do
Getting upset when your sibling knocks over a tower that you just spent a lot of time building
You and another individual wanting to play with the same exact toy
What are some good choices you've made in group?
Answers will vary. Some options may include:
- Sharing
- Compromising
- Playing games by the rules
- Displaying expected behaviors
What is the largest mammal in the world?
Blue Whale
What does it mean to compromise
to settle a disagreement in which each person may give up something. For example, you give a little something and your friend gives a little something.
What is one way you can have expected behavior while at a friend's house playing?
Answers will vary.
What's a Resolution or a Solution?
The way someone solves a conflict
It's a way to fix a problem or disagreement
Examples: Sharing, turn taking, talking it out.
True or False:
The following is a positive/good choice:
"You would like to use your friend's markers. Instead of just taking them, you ask if you can borrow them"
True, that is a positive/good choice.
What's the name of the toy cowboy in Toy Story?
Woody
Provide an example for how you could compromise if you and your friend want to play different games.
Answers will vary!
What can you do if someone else has unexpected behaviors while playing a game?
Answers will vary.
What's an example of an I-Statement:
I feel.... when ... Please...
Answers will vary! Here's one example:
I feel sad when you talk over me. Please wait your turn to share.
The following is a good/positive choice:
"Alex keeps touching the students around him when he sits at the carpet"
False -- That is a poor choice. instead, Alex should keep his hands to himself.
How many colors are there in a rainbow?
Seven (7)
What are 3 qualities that may you a good friend?
Answers will vary!
Is this expected or unexpected:
" You go to eat dinner with your family and everyone starts to talk over you. You dump a bunch of food on the floor and begin to yell"
Unexpected.
What are some conflict resolution strategies?
- share
- compromise
- talk it out
- take a break
- choose a new activity
- Rock, paper, scissors
- ask for help
Why should we make good choices?
- keeps everyone safe
- Allows us all to learn
- Helps others and yourself be happy
- Your choices affect others and how they feel
What animal is known as the "King of the Jungle?"
Lion