Classroom Behavior
What should you do if you finish your work early in class?
Raise your hand and ask the teacher what to do next or quietly read or draw.
What side of the hallway should you walk on at school?
The right side, just like traffic.
What is a polite way to ask to sit with someone at lunch?
“Hey, is it okay if I sit here?”
What is one way to be a helpful group member?
Take turns speaking and listen to others’ ideas.
What does it mean to "take turns" in a conversation?
Letting each person speak without interrupting.
What is an appropriate way to get the teacher’s attention during a lesson?
Raise your hand and wait to be called on.
What should you do if you're walking with friends and blocking the hallway?
Move to the side to let others pass.
What should you do if someone is chewing with their mouth open?
Try to ignore it, or choose a different seat if it bothers you.
What should you do if someone in your group is doing all the work?
Ask how you can help and offer to take a part of the task.
What should you do if someone gives you a compliment?
Say “Thank you.”
A classmate next to you is making distracting noises. What should you do?
Ignore it at first, then let the teacher know privately if it continues.
You see a classmate drop their books. What’s a helpful and expected behavior?
Offer to help pick them up.
If you forgot your lunch or lunch money, what can you do?
Ask a teacher or cafeteria staff for help—there are often backup options.
You disagree with your group’s idea. What should you say?
“I have a different idea—can I share it?”
If someone says something that hurts your feelings, what’s a respectful response?
“I didn’t like that. Please don’t say it again.”
You forgot your pencil. What is a polite way to handle this?
Quietly ask a peer or the teacher if you can borrow one.
If you're feeling overwhelmed in the hallway, what can you do?
Use a calming strategy, ask for a break, or go to a quieter hallway.
Someone spills their drink. What is the expected response?
Offer to help clean it up or get a cafeteria worker.
How can you show respect during group disagreements?
Don’t interrupt, use a calm voice, and respond to ideas—not people.
You want to join a conversation that two students are having. What should you do?
Wait for a pause, then say, “Hey, can I join you guys?”
You want to stim (e.g., hand flap, rock) during class. What should you consider?
Choose a quiet, non-disruptive stim, and consider asking for a break if needed.
What is an appropriate way to greet someone you pass in the hallway?
Smile or say "Hi" or nod, depending on your relationship with the person.
You want to tell a funny story at the lunch table. What should you think about first?
Is it school-appropriate? Will everyone feel comfortable or included?
What if a group member is off-task or being silly?
Gently remind them of the task or let the teacher know if needed.
Someone tells a joke you don’t understand. What’s a respectful way to respond?
“I don’t get it—can you explain it?” or just smile and move on.