Conversation
What is one way you can start a conversation with someone?
If you make a joke and your friend doesn't laugh, what should you do?
Check if they're okay and avoid continuing the joke
Your friend disagrees with you. What should you do?
Listen to their opinion and respond respectfully.
You don't understand the directions your teacher gave you. What could you say?
"Could you explain that again?" "Can you give me an example?"
Your friend says, "I'm fine," but they are speaking quietly and avoiding eye contact. What can you infer?
They might actually be upset, or possibly uncomfortable
If someone tells you about their weekend, what could you do to keep the conversation going?
Ask a follow-up question
If you are excited about a topic, but your friend changes the subject. What could that mean?
They might want to talk about something else
Two people want to use the same game. What should they do?
Take turns or choose another activity
You need extra time to finish an assignment. What could you do?
Talk to your teacher and explain what you need
Your friend says, "Wow, great job," but uses a sarcastic tone after you made a mistake. What can you infer?
They don't actually mean that you did a good job
What is a good way to show someone you are listening?
Your friend doesn't respond to your text right away. What could this mean?
They are busy, sleeping, working, doing something else.
Someone makes a rude comment to you. What are two things you could do?
Ignore it, respond calmly, walk away, ask for help
Someone is making a decision for you without asking what you want. What could you say?
"I would like to give my input before we decide"
Your friend says, "Sure, whatever you want," but rolls their eyes. What might you infer?
That they are annoyed
If you don't understand what someone said, what can you say?
Can you repeat that?
You accidentally say something that hurts someone's feelings. What should you do?
Apologize and acknowledge how they feel
You are having an argument with a friend. What could help solve the problem?
Calm down, listen to each other, find a compromise
You are in a group project, but nobody is letting you participate. What could you say or do?
Speak up and say, "Is there anything I can help with?" or "Can I work on this part?"
Someone says, "Do whatever you want," during an argument. What might they really be saying?
They might be frustrated or upset about the situation
How can you tell if someone is uninterested in a conversation?
Not paying attention, one word responses, not looking at you
Why is it important to think about another persons perspective?
It helps us understand their feelings, thoughts, and reactions
You made a mistake during a group activity, and someone is upset. What should you do?
You are feeling overwhelmed in class. What can you tell your teacher?
I am feeling stressed out. Am I able to take a 5 minute break?
Someone keeps looking at the door while you're talking to them. What can you infer?
They might be waiting for someone or they want to leave