Social Skills
True or False: It's good manners to greet people when they walk into the room.
True.
I started cooking something on the stove. It is okay to leave the kitchen while it cooks? Explain your answer.
What is NO, it is not okay. A fire could start if the stove is unattended in the kitchen.
Name a few coping skills you can do during class
What are physical signs that someone may be angry/upset and needs a break?
Raising voice, fast heart rate, pacing/restless, crying
What qualities do you think make someone a “trusted adult”? Who are the trusted adults in your life?
Who are people who make you feel safe, are good listeners and are helpful when someone is facing a challenge.
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.
If someone has something you want to use should you go up and take it?
What is No. You should ask if you can play or use it when they are finished.
What are some qualities of a good friend?
Respectful, empathetic, thoughtful, patient, encouraging, non-judgmental, honest
Is exercise a good coping skills? Why or why not
Yes. Reduces stress hormones, increases happiness, increases mindfulness
True or false: When playing cards or a board game, it is alright to scream and yell when you lose.
False. It's okay to feel angry inside but not ok to scream. It is important to be a good sport and congratulate the winner. Remember it is just a game.
True or False: It's OK to take other people's things.
False: You should always ask if you can use something that doesn't belong to you.
True or False: When I finish my work at school I can make all the noise I want.
What is FALSE. You need to respect everyone and wait quietly or call for your teacher.
True or false: If you don't like someone, you should tell them
False. It is never acceptable to tell someone you hate them. It is always important to respect others.
Why is it important to wear deodorant and shower?
So that we don't smell bad/offensive.
What are 3 signs that someone is not a good friend or person to be around?
2. They do not take your feelings or experiences into consideration
3. They treat others disrespectfully
What should you do if someone is bothering you?
If someone at school has upset me by something they have said or done, who should I talk to about it first?
Staff or your teacher. If you are upset go to a trusted adult to help handle the situation.
What is it called when you try to understand someone else's feelings?
What is empathy.
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.
True or false: If person you don't know well asks for personal information, its okay to give it to them?
False. It is important to keep private information private, especially if you don't know the person.
Is it important to get someone's eye contact before talking to them?
Yes
Name 3 ways you can ask staff for support when you feel upset/dysregulated
"Can I take a break?"
"Can we go for a walk"
"Can I go to [staff] if they are available right now to talk?"
If someone is upset what should you do?
Empathize (listen to their experience), ask how you may support, and tell a staff member
Name 3 maladaptive (unhealthy/negative) coping skills
Substance use, avoidance, aggression, self-harm, denial, isolation
True or false: When you are feeling unsafe or having a crisis, the first person you should tell is a peer during class
False. The first person you should tell is a staff member