Social Skills
True or False. When playing cards or a board game, it is perfectly alright to show how angry you are when you lose.
False. While it's ok to feel angry, it is important to be a good sport and congratulate the winner.
TRUE or FALSE
2 people can become BEST friends overnight
FALSE - it takes time to become BEST friends
I just burped loudly in the middle of a silent room. I should say ____.
Excuse me!
TRUE or FALSE
"Piece of cake" means that it is very difficult.
FALSE. "Piece of cake" means it is very easy.
It is okay to leave the school during the day without permission.
No. This is not safe, your teacher or parent will not know where you are.
What is the school mascot for Park Vista?
A COBRA!!
TRUE OR FALSE: It is ok to look into someone's belongings when they aren't looking.
FALSE. It is NEVER ok to go through someone else's belongings, especially when they aren't looking.
In order to become friends with someone, it helps to have _________ ___________ (2 words)
Common interests
Before cooking, after using the bathroom, or after touching anything dirty I should ____.
Wash my hands with soap and water
What does it mean if your parents say "over my dead body?"
That you are definitely NOT going to do it.
If you see something strange in school you should ________ something.
"say" IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, YOU SHOULD SAY SOMETHING!
Yes, it is!! Along with dogs, snakes and alligators.
True or False: When someone does not quickly respond to my question, I should repeatedly ask them until they answer
False: You should wait for the person to be ready to answer. Be patient and say "excuse me" before politely asking the question again.
True or False:
Assessing someone's interest means you are giving them a exam on their friendship.
False.
Assessing someone's interest means you are looking at their body language to see if they are interested in what you are talking about.
How often should I brush my teeth?
2-3 times a day.
TRUE or FALSE:
If you "open a can of worms", it means you are causing more problems.
TRUE
You don't like the video game that your friend suggested. What should you do?
Compromise
What is Mrs. Denero's favorite color?
PURPLE!
True or False: We are having a discussion about Spring Break in group, but I am thinking about the new XBox, I should start a discussion about XBox.
False. That is an off topic discussion.
If I need someone's attention, I walk up to them and say...
-Excuse Me
-Hello
-Answer Varies
I have to cough and I am not wearing a mask, where should I cough into?
My elbow or a napkin/tissue
FALSE! Elbow grease means to put in hard physical effort.
If someone looks at me I should immediately stand up and yell out - What are you looking at?
No. That is never an OK response
What is Mrs. Denero's favorite kind of music to play in class?
Calming, relaxing, peaceful music.
You call a friend, but they don't answer the first time. What can you do?
- Leave a Message and wait for them to call you back.
- Send a text
-Answer Varies.
-Take a break, take a walk, ask for a fidget, count to 10, take deep breaths, etc.
My friend has food on their teeth. I should just ignore it and let them go on with their day.
Depends - You want to be polite and a gentler reminder might suffice!
TRUE or FALSE:
Does "face the music" mean to accept your punishment?
TRUE!
TRUE of FALSE:
It's OK to post your address and school name on social media.
TRUE or FALSE:
Mrs. Denero used to teach Kindergarten.
TRUE! For 10 very long years!!!