Interaction Skills
In math class, your partner is explaining how they got their answer. What should you be doing?
Staying quiet. Paying attention
1st step
Look at the person
What is empathy?
What is "putting yourself in someone else's shoes" and respecting how they feel about something.
Name one good social skill in basic interactions.
eye contact
Someone from science class asks to sit down next to you at lunch. What should you do.
Look at the person , smile and say yes.
2nd step
Don't talk. Nod and let the person know you are interested.
Why should we have empathy for others?
Because we want others to treat us the same way.
Name one good social skill in basic interactions.
Maintain proper distance.
You see a new girl sitting alone at lunch. What can you do or say?
Ask to sit with her...say hi....smile...
3rd step
Wait until the person stops talking until you speak.
List 3 acts of kindness
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.Name one good social skill in basic interactions.
Be polite to others whether they are your friend or not.
Before class, Matt asks if you like his new shoes. What should you say?
Smile and say something positive.
4th step
When there is a break in the conversation, ask a question or share your thoughts.
It is how we view something which affects how we act.
Name one good social skills for basic interactions.
Offer help when needed.
Madison runs up to Samantha and touches her hair. How is she invading her space?
You should ask before you touch someone.
What is the name of this skill
What is "having a conversation">
What is your perspective on kids having cell phones? Why or why not?
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Name one good social skills for basic interactions.
Give genuine compliments.