True/False
It is always important to stick up for your friends even if you think they did the wrong thing
False- If you feel like your friend didn't do the right thing, you should tell them and help them make a better choice
What is the first step in solving a problem?
A. Plan - what are the steps?
B. Consider how you are feeling and why
C. Options - what can we do?
D. Stop and take some deep breathsRelax and take a deep breath
D
You see that a classmate has their head down on their desk and it sounds like they are crying. What should you do?
Ask them if they are ok and if they need anything. Give them space if they ask for it.
Tell me the cons of this solution: You decide that you should be the one who decides what games you and your friends play.
Cons:
- The others might think you are being unfair and bossy
-The others might not want to play with you and might leave
You were supposed to meet your best friend at the park to play but it started raining so now its canceled.
How do you feel?
Disappointed
I should try to help my friends with their problems but it is their job, not mine, to fix their problems.
True
What is the second step in solving a problem?
A. Options - what can we do?
B. Consider how you are feelin and why
C. Relax and take a deep break
D. Evaluate the outcome
B
You u are really nervous about having to go in front of the class and share, you don't want to do it, but all of your classmates are sharing.
What should you do?
Try to focus on what you are going to share and take deep calming breaths. You may feel nervous, but just remember that nothing bad happened when your classmates shared so nothing bad will happen when it is your turn.
What are the pros and cons of this solution? You want to become better friends with someone in your class so you ask them if they would like to hang out this weekend.
Pros:
-They will think that you are being very nice since you invited them
-You may have things in common with this person and become better friends
Cons:
-They might say no
You accidentally trip in the hallway and everyone in your class saw and started laughing.
How do you feel?
Embarrassed
If I see that someone is upset, I should leave them alone and shouldn't talk to them until they feel better.
False- you should check-in with them first and then if they say they need space or don't want to talk about it, you can leave them alone.
What is the third step in solving a problem?
A. Options - what can we do? Solutions!
B. Plan - what are the steps?
Step 3: Relax and take a deep breath
Step 4: Evaluate the outcome
A
You trip in the hallway and everyone is laughing, you aren't hurt but you do feel embarrassed
Just laugh with them, if you laugh along it means that you have a good sense of humor and everyone will probably move on quickly
Tell me the cons of this solution and what you should do instead. You decide to try and show your friends something cool that you built over the weekend on your phone.
Cons:
-you might distract other kids during class
-you probably will get in trouble with your teacher
Wait until you have some free time and ask if the kids want to see something you built and then show them
Your best friend sits next to the new kid in your class and they have been playing video games with each other a lot lately.
How do you feel?
Jealous, left out
You should always invite everyone to an event so no one feels left out
False, you don't have to always invite everyone or try to be everyone's friend
But, you should be careful not to invite people to things publicly
What is the fourth step in problem solving?
A. Relax and take a deep breath
B. Consider how you are feeling and why
C. Plan - what are the steps?
D. Evaluate the outcome
C
You want to make friends in your class and think that if you are funny they will like you and be your friend
What should you do?
Just be yourself- you don't want to be friends with someone who doesn't like who you really are
What are the pros and cons of this solution. You need a pair of scissors for your classwork but can't find yours so you call out to your teacher and ask for some.
Pros: They will most likely help you find scissors
Cons:
You might be distracting the other kids
Should have raised your hand
You are trying to play a new game on your iPad but it is hard to hear because your sister is playing her music really loud and singing.
How do you feel?
Annoyed
If someone is laughing and making jokes in class, they are probably making fun of you
False, a lot of people laugh and make jokes and its ok if other people laugh- it doesn't mean it is about you or that they are making fun of you
What is the fifth step in solving a problem?
A. Stop and take some deep breaths
B. Consider how you are feeling and why
C. Evaluate the outcome
D. None of the above
C
You are really frustrated during a game because everyone else is doing better than you are.
What should you do
Take deep breaths and just try to do your best. Being a good sport is the most important thing so that your friends will still want to play games with you
Come up with a solution to this problem and tell me the pros and cons.
You have homework to do but your friend calls you and wants to talk on the phone.
Solution: Ask your parents if it is ok, do homework first and ask your friend if you can call him back
Pros: get homework done
cons: friend might not be able to talk later
You are at school and the teacher is teaching something you already know how to do so you put your head down
How do you feel?
Bored