Social Skills
True or False: You should always be nice even if someone isn't nice to you.
False.
What is perspective taking?
Putting yourself in someone else's shoes; seeing a different point of view
If you do not understand an assignment, what should you do?
Ask the teacher or a classmate for help
Why is eye contact important?
Shows you're interested
How can you join a conversation politely?
Wait for a pause, then say something related to what they are talking about.
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 could you do if someone is standing too close to you?
Take one step back or ask them to give you space
How do you know if someone wants to keep talking?
They look at you, answer your questions, and ask questions back
If someone looks upset, what can you ask?
Are you okay? What's wrong?
Your best friend spends half the time you’re together texting other friends. You think of sending your friend a text saying, “PUT DOWN YOUR STUPID PHONE AND BE WITH ME!” Maybe there’s a better solution. What is it?
explain how they have been on their phone and aren't being present in the conversations.
True or False: It's OK to only talk about yourself during a conversation
False: Turn taking in a conversation is very important such as asking questions & making comments
How do you set boundaries with a new friend who is constantly pushing boundaries?
State your boundaries and stick to them. Explain that you aren't trying to be rude or hurtful.
How might someone look if they do not want to talk right now?
They may look away, give short answers, or walk away
What can you say when you first sit next to someone at lunch?
Hi, how’s your day going?” or “What did you bring for lunch?
Why is it important to set boundaries?
protecting your mental health, reducing stress, and building healthy relationships
When you need to get someone's attention, but they are talking to someone else, what can you say?
Say "Excuse me" I should say something to get their attention and wait for them to look at me.
If someone at school is being rude to you, what can you do?
Ask them to stop, remove yourself/ignore them, talk to a teacher
What is one way to end a conversation?
Bye, see you later, talk to you later, see you soon, nice meeting you
If someone keeps looking at their book instead of talking, what might that mean?
They may want quiet time or want to keep reading.
Why is it important to take turns talking?
So everyone gets a chance to share ideas.
How can you tell if someone wants more space?
They might step back, lean away, look uncomfortable, or stop talking.
What are 3 topics that are appropriate for conversations with a new person?
Work, school, weather, hobbies, sports, entertainment, family/friends, etc.
Why is personal space important?
It helps people feel comfortable and safe.
What is a clue that someone is enjoying the conversation?
They smile, laugh, or keep talking with you.
Your friend always invites herself over to your house and then never leaves. Short of screaming, “INCOMING MISSILE!” and locking the doors after she dives out the window, what would be a polite way to deal with this?
Tell them that you are ready for some alone time and that you arent trying to be rude or hurtful.