Act it Out
Demonstrate how far away from someone you should be when talking.
What is at least one arm's length.
How would you respond if someone gave you a compliment for example, "You are really good at drawing?"
Say thank you. You can also choose to give them a compliment back.
What can you do if someone "cut" in front of you in line?
The answer must be safe, fair, and keep people's feelings in mind. Example: Use an I-message
Give an example of an I-message
I feel ______ when people______ because ______.
When you are talking to someone, where should your eyes be looking?
At the person
Demonstrate how to introduce yourself to someone.
Example "Hi my name is ______. It's nice to meet you."
A classmate asks you a question, but you don't know the answer. What should you say?
Example: "I don't know. Maybe you can ask the teacher."
You see people playing soccer at recess. You love soccer. How can you join the game?
Example "That looks really fun. Can I play with you?"
Think it vs Say it: "Did you hear that Matt's parents are getting a divorce?"
Think it
How do we start and end a conversation?
Go up to the person and greet them. Say something when you are ready to end the conversation such as "Bye, see you later."
Demonstrate giving someone a compliment.
Example "Hi _______ I enjoyed hearing your presentation about earthquakes."
What is a polite way to say you do not want to do something?
Example "No thanks I do not feel like doing that."
What can you do if your friend does not want to play with you today?
You can choose to join another group or play something on your own.
Give an example of a Calming Strategy.
Take a walk, Take a deep breath, Think a calming thought, Talk to someone, Drink water, Count to 10, etc)
How do we keep a conversation going?
By asking questions or making comments
Demonstrate asking someone a question.
Example: "Hey _______. Do you want to play basketball at recess?"
If you are trying to move through a crowd and someone is in your way, what should you say?
Example "Excuse me, can I pass through?"
If you have a question but the teacher is busy, what can you do?
Examples: Keep working and wait until the teacher is available Ask another student
Safe or Unsafe: Posting online, "Ugh math is so boring. Can't wait to get out of John Green Elementary School!"
UnSafe
Give an example of asking a question regarding the topic of movies.
Example: What is your favorite movie?
Demonstrate how to tell someone no when they are pressuring you to do something you do not want to do.
Stand tall, look at them, and say No assertively.
Example: "No way! I can't!"
How would you respond if someone said, "Do you like my new shirt?"
Keep it polite. Example "Yeah it has lots of bright colors."
What can you do if you are playing a game and are called "out" but you don't think you are "out"?
Choose an answer that is safe, fair, and keeps people's feelings in mind. Examples: Try to talk it out calmly Tell your self this is a little problem and go in line
Peer Pressure: Give an example of a warning flag that lets you know it is probably not a good idea.
Examples:
"Come on, no one will know." "We won't get caught." "Don't tell anybody." "What are you-chicken?" "I dare you."
Give an example of making a comment regarding the topic of movies.
Example: I like the movie Angry Birds too.