What is Self-advocacy?
Self-advocacy means standing up for ____________.
yourself
If I don't understand the assignment, I can ask the ___________ to explain it again.
teacher
If my brother or sister walks into my bedroom without knocking, I should politely remind them to __________ my space by knocking first.
respect
If you can't find the cereal you want at the grocery store, you can ask the __________ __________ for help.
stock person, employee
Is theatening someone a form of self-advocacy?
No
Sometimes when I advocate for myself, I tell people what I _______.
need
If someone cuts in front of me when I am in line in the cafeteria I can stand up for myself by _________ asking them to go to the back of the line.
politely
If your cousin took two cookies and you haven't had any, it is ok to _______ them to share.
ask
If someone steals you wallet, you can ask a __________ _________ for help.
police officer
Is asking the teacher for extra time to finish a test a form of self-advocacy?
Yes
Sometimes when I advocate for myself, I tell people what I _______.
want
If I feel sick at practice, I might ask the ______ for a break.
Coach
If you are not sure how to operate the new dishwasher, it is ok to ask your mom or dad for _________.
help
If you get lost when driving, you might ask ________ for directions.
Siri, Google Maps, Parent, Store Clerk
If someone teases you and you tease them back, is that self-advocacy?
No
I can advocate for myself by telling people that I need ________.
help
If I see a classmate open my locker without my _________ I should ask them to stop.
permission
If your brother or sister sees you sitting on the sofa and says, "Move over!", it's _____ to remind them to ask nicely.
ok
If you are not sure which cough syrup to buy, you might want to ask the ____________ for help.
pharmacist
Is telling a bully to stop bothering you a form of self-advocacy?
Yes
Advocating for myself is a good way to find a solution to a _________.
problem
If someone is bullying me, I should tell a trusted _______.
adult
If it's your turn to watch what you want on TV but your brother or sister won't hand you the remote, you should tell them politely what you _______.
want or need
If you can't hear the person in the Drive-Thru line, what might you ask?
Them to repeat themselves or speak up
True or False: When I advocate for myself I am telling you what I want or need in a respectful way.
True