🦦 TREATING OTHERS
How should you treat other people?
The way you want to be treated.
What does “tone of voice” mean?
How your voice sounds when you say something.
What do you say when someone helps you?
Thank you.
You're asking your teacher for help. What kind of voice should you use?
A polite/respectful voice.
Someone drops all of their crayons. What could you do?
Help them pick them up.
What can you do if someone is sitting alone?
Invite them to join you.
Can the same words sound different when you use a different tone?
Yes!
What polite words can you use when asking someone for something?
Please / Can I please…?
Your friend hurt your feelings. What kind of voice could you use to tell them?
A calm but strong voice.
You say “Can I have that?” and it comes out sounding bossy. What could you do?
Try again using a polite tone.
How can you show someone you're listening to them?
Look at them, stay quiet, and listen.
Name one feeling you might be able to hear in someone's voice.
Happy, sad, angry, worried, excited, etc.
What should you do when someone else is talking?
Listen and wait your turn.
Someone is in danger and you need help FAST. Should you use a quiet voice or a loud voice?
A loud voice.
Your friend says “I'm fine,” but their voice sounds sad. What might their tone be telling you?
They may actually be sad or upset.
What should you do if you accidentally hurt someone's feelings?
Apologize and try to make it right.
Besides the words someone says, what else can help you understand what they mean?
Their tone of voice.
You accidentally bump into someone. What should you say?
I'm sorry or excuse me.
You're frustrated with someone. Is an angry or sarcastic voice the best choice?
No. Use a calm/respectful voice.
Someone misunderstands you because your voice sounded angry. What could you do?
Explain what you meant and try again with a calmer tone.
Your classmate makes a mistake. How would you want them to treat YOU if you made the same mistake?
With kindness, patience, and respect.
Why does YOUR tone of voice matter?
It affects how other people hear what you're saying and how they may feel.
Name three ways you can show good manners at school.
Take turns, listen, say please/thank you, help others, share, etc.
Why might you use a different tone when asking for a favor than when calling for help in an emergency?
Different situations need different tones.
You disagree with someone. How can you show BOTH good manners and a respectful tone of voice?
Speak calmly, listen, and disagree without being mean.