Values
What are values?
Things that are important to us/mean a lot to us
What does friendship mean to you?
Varied answers...
- fun
- loyalty
- Kindness
What is a good way to start a conversation with someone you don't know well
Introduce yourself! Ask them questions to learn about them
How can you keep track of your assignments/projects/tests?
Use a planner
How many planets are in our solar system?
8. Sorry, Pluto.
Give three values examples
Family, fun, learning, friendship...
Ask someone about themselves, introduce yourself, join an activity, etc.
How can you disagree with someone appropriately?
"I see your point of view, but I think..."
"That's a good point, here's how I feel..."
If I ask my teacher a question and she doesn't respond I should
A - Ask the question loudly over and over
B - Give up and never ask again
C - Ask a peer
D - Wait until the teacher is available and ask again
C or D
Which ocean is off the California coast?
Pacific
Do we all have the same values? Why/why not?
No, people have different values because we care about different things and have had different life experiences.
How do you know if someone is a good friend?
You feel good around them, you can tell them things, they are kind to you, they don't pressure you, you can be yourself
If someone is making a noise that bothers me in class I should...
A - Make a louder noise
B - Ask them to please stop so you can focus
C - Shout at them to be quiet
B
How can you handle problems in a group project?
Talk to your group members, ask your teacher to help
What type of fish is Nemo?
Clown Fish
Give an example of a choice that would move you toward a value and a choice that would move you away from a value
Example: I value learning. A choice moving me toward that value is completing my work in class and asking questions. A choice moving me away would be to pretend to do my work during class.
Does friendship mean you do everything your friends say?
NO. Not if it goes against your values, the rules, or makes you feel uncomfortable.
What can I do if someone wants to talk about something that isn't school appropriate?
Change the subject, say I don't want to talk about that, talk to a trusted adult
You procrastinated and now have a project due tomorrow that you haven't started, what should you do?
Be honest - talk to your parents and teacher to make a plan. Write out a plan to get the work done.
What is a group of lions called?
A pride
What would the world be like if no one valued anything?
Answers will vary
How can you handle friendship problems?
Talk it out, have an adult help you talk it out, take a break, etc.
What can you talk to a trusted adult about?
Anything! You can go to trusted adults with questions, problems, things you are struggling with, things that make you happy...
What are qualities of a good student?
Do your work, respectful to teachers, follow directions/rules, kind to peers, etc.
In what country were the Olympic Games invented?
Greece