Connections
This is the first thing you can do when meeting someone new that helps you seem friendly.
Smile and say hello.
People usually enjoy talking with someone who does this instead of only talking about themselves.
Asks questions and listens.
If someone is smiling and facing you, they are probably feeling...
Interested or friendly.
You notice someone sitting alone during lunch at camp. What is one kind thing you could do?
Invite them to sit with you or start a conversation.
What does "finding common interests" mean?
Discovering things both people enjoy.
If someone keeps looking at the clock or door while you're talking, what might that tell you?
They may need to leave or may not be able to keep talking.
Name two questions you could ask someone to get to know them.
What do you like to do?
Where are you from?
What's your favorite activity?
What music do you like?
Name three conversation starters.
Hi!
What class do you have next?
What do you like to do?
Can I sit here?
Name two examples of positive body language.
Eye contact, smiling, facing the speaker, nodding.
You had fun talking with someone at camp. What could you do the next day to continue building that friendship?
Say hi again, invite them to join an activity, or ask them to sit with you.
Someone says they love soccer, and you do too. What could you say next?
Ask about their team, share your experience, or ask another follow-up question.
Why is it important to notice other people's body language?
It helps you understand how they might be feeling.
Think of one social success you had at camp. What skill helped make it successful?
listening, asking questions, including others
What are three qualities of a good friend?
Honest, kind, trustworthy, respectful, funny, supportive, good listener.
Someone answers every question with one-word responses. What could that mean?
They may be shy, distracted, tired, or not interested in talking.