Conversation
How do we keep the conversation going
By asking questions and making comments
What are we asking for when we ask a "Who" question?
Give me a "Who" example question
A person!
Various answers
What is being flexible?
Being able to change your plan or try something different when things don't go the way you expected.
Being a flexible thinker, not a stuck thinker!
What do you say to a teammate who made a mistake?
"It's okay, keep trying!"
"You'll get it next time!"
What can you ask someone to learn more about them?
Questions about their interests, hobbies, or favorite things.
What kind of questions do we ask to keep the conversation going
WH Questions or open ended questions
What are we asking for when we ask a "What" question?
Give me a "What" example question
More information!
Various answers
Why is it important to be flexible?
Things don't always go the way we expect. When we are flexible, we can solve problems, have more fun, and feel less upset when plans change.
True or false: Good teammates support each other.
True!
Why do we ask questions in conversations?
To learn about others and keep the conversation going.
Why should we use our WH Questions?
To find other peer interests, find things in common, make friends!
What are we asking for when we ask a "When" question?
Give me a "When" example question
A time/day/month/year!
Various answers
Flexible or stuck thinker: The teacher changes the schedule, so you try your best to go along with the plan.
Flexible thinker!
What should you do if you lose a game?
Congratulate the other team and keep trying.
Why is listening important in a conversation?
Because it shows respect and helps you understand what the other person is saying.
What are our WH Questions?
Who, What, When, Where, Why
What are we asking for when we ask a "Where" question?
Give me a "Where" example question
A place/location!
Various answers
Flexible thinker or stuck thinker: It has to be my way or I get upset.
Stuck thinker!
What should you do if you win a game?
Celebrate kindly and say, "Good game!"
What can you do if you don't get to be Simon when you wanted?
Be a flexible thinker and wait for your turn.
Pick someone in the room and practice your WH questions
Various answers
What are we asking for when we ask a "Why" question?
Give me a "Why" example question
A reason!
Various answers
Flexible thinker or stuck thinker: A friend want to play a different game, so you take turns and try their idea.
Flexible thinker!
Why is being a good sport more important than winning?
Because being kind, respectful, and having fun helps everyone enjoy the game and builds good friendships.
What can you do to help you calm down when you are feeling frustrated?
Take a break, take deep breaths, count to 10, etc.