Speaker Power
In the classroom, one of your classmates has speaker power but you really need to ask a question. What should you do?
Wait until your classmate has finished speaking and then raise your hand to ask your question.
Your friend is telling you a story during recess. How could you show your friend that you are listening to what he or she is saying?
Use appropriate body language (face the speaker, turn your body toward your friend, etc.)
You are having a conversation with a classmate during recess about a topic that you do not know much about. How can you show your classmate that you are interested?
Ask your classmate a question about the topic to show that you are interested and engaged.
What is the first step in the Keep Calm skill?
Tell yourself to STOP!
Face the speaker; make eye contact, etc.
During lunch, you're having a conversation with some of your friends. Your friend is telling a story, and you want to share something similar that happened to you. What should you do?
Wait for your friend to pause before sharing your comment.
In the classroom, your teacher is teaching a lesson at the front of the class. You are facing the window and looking at something outside. What might your teacher be thinking?
Based on your body language, your teacher might think that you are distracted or not paying attention to what is being said.
You did not sleep well last night and are having a hard time focusing on what your teacher is saying in class. Your teacher gives your class instructions, but you did not hear what he or she said. What can you do?
Raise your hand and ask the teacher if he or she can repeat the instructions.
What are some examples of Keep Calm coping skills that you can use when you are feeling triggered?
Deep breathing, mindfulness, taking a break, etc.
What does BEST stand for?
B-Body Language
E-Eye contact
S-Speech
T-Tone of voice
A classmate interrupts you when you are sharing something in class. You feel frustrated and are unsure how to handle the situation. What should you do?
Remain calm, and wait for the teacher to redirect your classmate.
Your classmate is giving a presentation during class. Where should you be looking during the presentation to show him or her that you are interested in what he/she is saying?
Look directly at the speaker to show him or her that you are listening and paying attention to what he/she is saying.
You are not sure if you fully understand what a classmate is saying during recess. What can you do to make sure you are accurately understanding what he or she is saying?
Provide your interpretation of what your classmate is saying and ask "am I right?"
Provide an example of a situation in which you might need to use the Keep Calm skill.
If someone says or does something that causes you to feel a strong emotion, e.g. when someone interrupts you
What does assertive communication mean?
A kind of communication in which the speaker expresses his or needs confidently, respectfully, and directly