Conversation Starters
How should I start a conversation? What word(s) should I start with?
Hi, Hello, Hey!
Pick my nose in public?
No, you should not, it is not sanitary and can give others the wrong impression.
Mad
Make a mad face!
tell a story about a happy memory
Yes, it shows I want to talk to them
What should I ask someone to get to know them?
How are you doing? How is your day?
Smile back when someone smiles at me?
Yes! This shows you are friendly and approachable!
Sad
Make a sad face!
Favorite food
Tell us about your favorite food and why it is your favorite food
Yes! I may even find out we have something in common!
How would I ask someone about their interests?
What do you like to do? What are your hobbies?
Shake someones hand when I meet them?
Yes! It is respectful and friendly.
Happy
make a happy face!
If you had a superpower, what would it be? Why?
Would you be able to fly or walk through walls? Tell us a story!
Should I interrupt when the other person is talking?
No! Listening is a big part of making friends!
What is your favorite food?
Should I ignore someone who is trying to talk to me?
No! It would be considered rude to ignore someone trying to talk to me. I should instead, listen and respond (even if i'm not interested in what they have to say) That would be the polite thing to do.
Excited
make an excited face!
If you could be an animal, what would you be and why?
Would you be a lion or a frog? Tell us!
Should I ask what their name is?
Yes! Knowing and remembering someones name is very important in a friendship!
How would I ask someone about their music preferences?
What kind of music do you like? Who is your favorite band? What is your favorite song?
Should I yell in a quiet space with other people?
No! I should keep my voice at a reasonable level to respect those around me.
Surprised
make a surprised face!
Tell us about your favorite tv show!
Should I ask the other person about their day?
Yes, asking about someones day shows you are interested in talking to them and becoming friends!