Social Skills
True or False: It is okay to get in someone's personal space.
False. Getting into someone's space may make them feel uncomfortable.
What can you say to get someone's attention?
Excuse me
I just burped loudly in the middle of a silent room. I should say ____.
Excuse me!
What is a hobby?
Something you do for fun
It is okay to leave the classroom without permission.
No. This is not safe, your teacher will not know where you are.
Name 2 people you like to spend time with and explain why.
Answer Varies.
TRUE OR FALSE: It is ok to look into someone's belongings when they aren't looking.
FALSE. It is never ok to go through someone else's belongings, especially when they aren't looking.
What should you do when you walk through door and someone is behind you?
Hold the door for them
Before cooking, after using the bathroom, or after touching anything dirty I should ____.
Wash my hands with soap and water
All friends have to like the same things.
No it is okay for friends to have different interests and share them with each other.
Is it okay to be upset when you lose a game?
Yes, you can feel mad or upset when you lose a game. You should still be a good sport and thank the other people for playing.
How do you ask a friend to hang out with you after school?
Can you hang out with me? or you can ask them what they are do after school and ask if you can join.
True or False: When someone does not quickly respond to a question, you should repeatedly ask them until they answer.
False: You should wait for the person to be ready to answer. Be patient and say "excuse me" before politely asking the question again.
True or False: At School, after I go to the bathroom, it is okay to walk around the halls before I go back to class.
False. This is unsafe, as your teacher may not know where you are.
How often should I brush my teeth?
At least 2 times a day.
I can NOT stop thinking about what I am going to do this weekend. I am going to tell everybody about it every time I think about it. Is this okay?
It is great that you are excited but be mindful of how many times you tell the same story. Share a new memory or ask a friend what they are looking forward to doing.
You don't like the video game that your friend wants to play. What should you do?
Compromise - find a game you both like.
Name something you are looking forward to doing in this weekend.
(answers vary)
True or False: We are having a discussion about summer plans in group, but I am thinking about Grand Theft Auto, I should start a discussion about my game.
False. That is an off topic discussion. Try to pay attention the the discussion the group is having so you can join the conversation.
If I ask the teacher if I can go on my phone and they tell me "no" and I don't like that answer, it is OK to go on it anyway because I want to.
No, that is not ok. You should follow the classroom rules.
I have to cough and I am not wearing a mask, where should I cough into?
My elbow or a napkin/tissue
True or False: It is okay to play video games all night long.
False. You should limit technology to 2-3 hours per day and make sure you get at least 8 hours of sleep each night.
If someone in the cafeteria you don't know looks at you, should you immediately stand up and yell out - What are you looking at?
No - but what could you do or say?
Ask the person to your right one question to find out what their favorite hobby is.
Answer Varies
True or False: You text or message friend, but they don't respond the first time or second time. You should continue to leave messages until they message back.
False - a 'no response' is an answer.
What can you do if you are feeling frustrated? Name two things.
-Answer Varies.
-Take a break, take a walk, ask for a fidget, count to 10, take deep breaths, etc.
My friend has food on their teeth. What should I do? Ignore it or say something?
You want to be polite and let them know in a private way - not yell it out in front of everyone.
Name one hobby or activity you like to do for fun.
answers will vary
If a stranger asks you to come to their car, do you go with them?
No, this is not safe.
Tell me one thing you know about the person to your left.
Answer Varies.