Social Skills
True or False: If I need something, it's okay to tell someone to go get it.
False. You should always use kind manners, saying please and thank you. You should ask for help like this: can you please help me to get a drink out of the fridge?
True/False?
You should brush your teeth every other day whether they need it or not.
False, you should brush your teeth at least two times a day in the morning and at night.
TRUE or FALSE It is okay to drink soda with every meal, as long as I don't eat as much that day.
FALSE. You should limit your soda intake and drink more water!!
If I run or roll quickly up and down the hallway nothing bad will happen.
No. Doing this might cause you to run into something and injure yourself.
Name 3 activities you can do alone.
Play solitaire, watch TV, work on a hobby, video games, make phone calls to friends/family...
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.
Before cooking, after using the bathroom, or after touching anything dirty I should ____.
Wash my hands with soap and water,
FOR 30 SECONDS.
Name 3 healthy fruits or vegetables.
varies
True or False. When playing a video game, it is perfectly alright to be angry when you lose.
False. It is important to be a good sport and congratulate the winner.
Who is responsible for cleaning up your things once you are done using them?
You are!
True or False: When someone does not quickly respond to my question, I 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.
When I feel like I'm going to sneeze I should:
Cover my mouth
True/False; I should brush my teeth and comb my hair only on the weekends
False: you should brush your teeth and comb your hair everyday!
Who is responsible for entertaining you when you are home?
You are!
When you are angry, how does it feel in your body?
Check in with yourself:
are my cheeks red or hot?
are my fists clenched?
is my heart beating fast?
IF STAFF IS BUSY OR ON THE PHONE, WHAT SHOULD I DO?
WAIT UNTIL THEY ARE FINISHED TALKING. DO NOT INTERRUPT THEM. Wave or hold your hand up to let them know you need them for something.
Its ok to go to bed late when I am more interested in my game or what's on tv
False: Studies have shown that people who regularly get an adequate amount of sleep have improved attention, behavior, learning, memory, and overall mental and physical health.
People feel better and their minds are sharper when they get at least 8 hours of sleep a night
True or False: It is healthy to not eat all day and just have one big meal before bed.
False. You should have 3 balanced meals a day.
If someone looks at me I should immediately stand up and yell out - What are you looking at?
NO, NEVER. That is inappropriate behavior. Ask staff for advice before making an assumption.
Who can you reach out to when you are feeling frustrated or angry?
Varies
A FRIEND IS UPSETTING YOU WITH THEIR ACTIONS AND NOT BEING KIND WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
CALMLY LET THEM KNOW THEY ARE BOTHERING YOU WITH THEIR WORDS OR ACTIONS, WALK AWAY FROM THEM AND TELL STAFF IF NEEDED.
True/False: I dont have to wash my hands when I get home after being at a store
False: you should wash your hands when you get home from anywhere you go
Is it important to exercise? What benefits does exercise provide?
Good Health, happiness, assists with good sleep, helps with mood.
If a stranger asks you to come to their car, do you got with them?
No
What are four ways to show kindness?
being respectful
showing I care
helping others
complimenting others