Social Circles
Name 3 community helpers.
Police, Doctor, Bus Driver, Teacher, etc.
Should be smiling.
What would you say if your classmate says "I don't like your shirt and your shoes look funny."
Response varies - "You don't have to like my shirt or shoes. I like them!"
Zip your lip.
Be quiet.
Zach's little sister wants to build a princess castle with the LEGOS but Zach wants to build a car. What flexible thinking strategy can he use?
Do it THEIR way or compromise.
What is an acquaintance?
Someone you know but don't spend time with.
How would you look if you were bored?
Chin or cheek on hands, not smiling, arms crossed, etc.
Who should you talk to if someone is bullying you in school?
Mom, Dad, Teacher, Lunch or Recess Monitor
When pigs fly.
It will never happen.
Paul wants to go outside but his parents said, "We will take you outside later. Right now, we are working." Paul says, "I don't care if you're working, I want to go outside now!" Name 2 flexible thinking strategies Paul could have used.
Accept it, Listen without talking back, try to understand
Name all of FIVE social circles in order from closest to you to furthest from you.
Family, Friends, Acquaintances, Community Helpers, Strangers.
David lost his favorite toy. How do you think he feels?
Sad
How would you respond if someone took your lunch?
Firm response - Give me my lunch back. Tell the teacher. Tell parents when you get home.
I'm just pulling your leg.
I'm just kidding or joking.
Christina started throwing a tantrum because her mom told her to turn off the TV. Name at least 3 flexible thinking strategies Christina can use.
Check your attitude, lessen the energy, give space, listen without being emotional, check your body language.
Which social circle is furthest away from you and why?
Strangers - because you do not know them.
How would your face look if you were surprised?
Eyes should be wide and mouth open.
Who should you ask for help if you are lost in the mall?
A cashier at the nearest store or a security officer in uniform.
The ball is in your court.
You have a decision to make.
Amanda didn't finish her dinner like she was supposed to and now she wants ice cream for dessert. Her dad said no dessert because she didn't finish her dinner. What flexible thinking strategy can she use in this situation?
Accept it, try to understand
Name 10 people in your family.
Mom, Dad, Ava, Grandma, Grandpa, Camille, Carmen...
Show your face if you were disgusted.
Face should look scrunched up and possibly tongue showing.
What should you do if a stranger tells you to get in the car with them?
Run away and get help from an adult you know.
Let the cat out of the bag.
Share a secret.
Justin's mom said to turn off the video game but he's on the last level and will lose all of his progress if he doesn't finish. Which flexible thinking strategy should he use?
Compromise