Problem Solving
You have a homework assignment that is due tomorrow, but you realize you won’t finish it on time. What do you do?
Ask the teacher for an extension; get as much done as you can & talk to the teacher
At a family gathering
Hey, how have you been? It's nice to see you
“I went to the beach this weekend.”
What beach did you go to?
Who did you go with?
What do you like to do at the beach?
Weather
Appropriate
Scenario: Your friend just failed his English test
Nonverbal cues: frowning, looking down, tears
Sad
You're working on a group project, and one group member has not gotten any of their work done yet. What do you do?
Ask them nicely if they are able to work on their part; suggest you can work on it together; ask if they need help figuring it out
Meeting a friend's friend
Hey, I'm ____. Nice to meet you.
“I’ve been painting after school."
What are you painting?
Entertainment (movies, tv, music)
Appropraite
Scenario: Your friend didn't show up to school today
Nonverbal cues: biting your nails, looking around, tapping your leg
Worried/nervous
You want to join a club at school but the meetings have already started. What do you do?
Talk to the teacher/advisor in charge and ask if you're still able to join
Hey, how was your weekend? What did you do?
“I’m going to Florida next month.”
What part of Florida are you visiting?
Have you ever been to Florida?
Who are you going with?
Religion
Inappropriate
Scenario: You see one of your friends at the grocery store
Nonverbal cues: Eyebrows raised, open mouth, gasp
Surprised
You get a bad grade on your math assignment and are worried it is going to affect your final grade in the class. What do you do?
You see someone wearing a shirt with one of your favorite characters on it.
I love the ___!
I like your shirt, I'm a fan of ____ too
“I watched a really good movie last night.”
What movie did you watch?
Appearance (weight, height)
Inappropriate
Scenario: You are watching a video in history class
Nonverbal cues: head resting on hand, eyes heavy, doodling
Bored
Two of your best friends decide to hangout and invite each other, but explicitly leave you out—then post pictures of it on social media. How do you handle your feelings and the conversation?
Talk to the friends calmly and express why you are upset; talk to someone you trust (like an adult) to share your feelings
A new girl comes to your school and is sitting alone at lunch.
Hey, I'm ____. Would you like to come sit with us?
“I’m going to visit family this weekend.”
Where are you going?
Where do they live?
Appropriate
Scenario: You accidentally broke your necklace
Nonverbal cues: fists clenched, face red, loud voice, eyebrows furrowed
Mad/angry