Whole-Body Listening
What should your ears be doing when someone is talking to you?
Listening to what the person is saying
Show me how to check to see if you have enough personal space around you.
*one-arm rule demonstration*
What should you do with your toys when playing with your friend to be a good friend?
Share/take turns
If mom or dad tells you that you cannot buy a new toy at the store, what kind thing can you do?
Say "okay" and move on.
Body sitting still
Hands in your lap or by your side
Feet in criss cross applesauce or walking when in line
What should you do if someone asks you to give them some personal space?
What should you do if you and your friend don't agree on what to play?
If you are at school and want to swing on the swing, but another student is on it, what kind thing could you do?
Ask them if you can use the swing next, and then wait your turn.
What should your heart be doing when someone is talking to you?
Caring about what the person is saying.
What should you do if someone is too close to you and you are uncomfortable?
Ask them nicely to please back up or scoot over.
What should you do if you see someone not following the directions/rules?
Wait for the teacher to talk to them.
If you are at home, and mom and dad tell you to clean up your toys, what kind thing can you do?
Say "okay mom and dad" and clean up your toys the first time you are asked.
What should your brain do when someone is talking to you?
Why is it important to give others personal space?
To keep everyone comfortable and safe.
What kind thing could you do if you and your friend are playing together and you see another kid playing by themself?
Ask them to play with you
Share/take turns
What should your eyes be doing when someone is talking to you?
Looking at the person who is talking.