Conversation Skills
This is something you should do when someone else is talking.
listening
A good friend does this when someone is talking about their feelings
listens
This is something you can take when you feel angry to calm down.
deep breath
You should do this when you want to speak in class
raise your hand
The first step in solving a problem is to do this.
identify the problem
This means looking at someone’s face (without staring) while they talk
eye contact
This is important when playing games so everyone has a fair chance.
take turns
This means stopping and thinking before you act.
self-control
If you don’t understand directions, you should do this.
ask for help
If a problem feels too big or unsafe, you should ask this person for help.
trust adult/friend
This is when you wait for the other person to finish speaking before you talk.
not interrupting or taking turns
If you make a mistake, you should say this
I'm sorry
This emotion might make someone feels scary or unsafe.
anxiety
Listening without interrupting demonstrates _____.
active listening
Before choosing a solution, you should think about what might happen next.
the consequences
Commenting on something happening around you (like class or weather) is called this.
conversation starter
This means keeping a friend’s private information to yourself
respecting privacy
Walking away from an argument to cool off is called this.
taking space
This action demonstrates engagement when you are unclear about information.
ask questions
You can ask for a short ____ if you need to calm down.
break
This body language shows you are listening (for example: nodding, facing the speaker).
positive body language
This means accepting that people can like different things than you.
respecting differences
This is the ability to stay calm and make good choices during strong emotions.
self-regulation
Recognizing when you need help instead of staying silent demonstrates this.
When you say, “I feel mad because…,” you are explaining your _____.