Facial Expressions/Body Language
Nonliteral Language
Initiating Conversation
Connected Comments
Safety/Problem Solving
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What does someone look like when they are shocked?

Mouth wide open, eyes wide open, eyebrows raised


What are some reasons we feel shocked?

100

When I walked downstairs from finishing my homework, my mom said, "you know, the table isn't set for dinner yet!"  What did she really want?

You to set the table.

100

There is a new student in your PE class. What could you say to them? How would you introduce yourself?

Hi, my name is ____.  What is your name?  What school did you come from?

100

A friend texts you something rude, what do you say back?

That's not very nice. Why would you say that?

100

What is unsafe about this scenario:

You are at the grocery store and notice someone you don't know with a cool pair of shoes. You give them your instagram and tell them you will talk to them soon.

We should not give out our personal information to a stranger. 

200

What does someone look like when they are bored?

Moving around in seat or head down, looking around, not paying attention, frowning or serious face


What should we do when someone appears bored while we are talking?

200

My friend had been playing the video game for 25 minutes straight when I said, "I wonder when I'll get a turn..." What did I really want?

A turn playing.

200

You sit next to a classmate you recognize but don’t usually talk to. What could you say to start a conversation?

Hi. How’s it going?
What class do you have next?

200

A classmate texts you that their dog is not feeling well and has to go to the vet.

I hope he feels better. I'll be thinking of him!

200

What is unsafe about this scenario?

You get a message online from someone you don’t know asking what school you go to.

They are asking for personal information.
You should not share details about your location or school with strangers.

300

What does someone look like when they feel annoyed

Furrowed brows, could have squinted eyes, frown or clenched jaw


What are some reasons for feeling annoyed?

300

Your dad made your mom some toast, but burnt it to a crisp!  your mom said, "oh you know I just LOVE burnt toast.."  What does she mean?

She is being sarcastic and really doesn't like burnt toast.

300

You are working with a partner on a class project and have not talked much yet. What could you say to start talking?

Hi, I’m ____.
Do you want to split up the work?
What part do you want to do?

300

Your teacher tells you they have a couple of vacations planned over the summer.

Where are you going? What is your favorite thing to do on vacation?

300

What is unsafe about this scenario?

You are waiting for the bus and someone you don’t recognize asks you to come help them find their car.

You should not go with a stranger.
Adults should ask other adults for help, not students.

400

What does someone look like when they feel nervous?

Fidgeting or moving a lot, biting or picking at nails, creased forehead or furrowed brows, frown


What could we do if we notice someone looking nervous?

400

The class was really noisy and not paying attention.  The teacher said, "I just am so proud of my students who are quietly listening to me.." What does she mean?

She's being sarcastic.  She is saying they are not being quiet and they are not listening.

400

You want to join a conversation that two classmates are already having. What is a polite way to start?


Hey, can I join you?
What are you talking about?

400

A friend says it's their birthday this weekend.

Awesome!  Happy Birthday!  What are your birthday plans?

400

What is unsafe about this scenario?

A classmate dares you to record a prank video of a teacher and post it online.

Posting videos without permission is unsafe.
It could get you in trouble at school and online.

500

How does someone show that they are being a good listener

Looking at/facing the speaker, nodding along, asking questions or making comments

500

Your sister just rolled out of bed and her hair is sticking up in all different directions.  Your mom says, "well doesn't you hair just look beautiful!"  What is your mom really trying to say?

She is being sarcastic and telling her that it is actually very messy.

500

You see a classmate wearing a shirt that looks really cool. What can you say?

Oh my gosh I love your shirt! Where did you get it?

500

A friend texts you and asks for help with a social situation. How can you respond?

Sure, how can I help?

500

What should we do if an unfamiliar person comes up to us and tells us that our parents asked them to give us a ride home today.

Do NOT go with the unfamiliar person, this person is a red. We can call our parents, ask our teacher, or go to the office. 
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