Social Skills
Is it okay to get in someone's personal space?
No. Getting into someone's space may make them feel uncomfortable.
What can you say to get someone's attention?
Excuse me
I just burped loudly in the middle of a silent room. I should say ____.
Excuse me!
What is a hobby?
Something you do for fun
Is it okay to walk across the parking lot while looking at your phone?
No. This is not safe.
Is it ok to go through someone's things when they aren't looking?
No. It is never ok to go through someone else's belongings, especially when they aren't looking.
What should you do when you walk through door and someone is behind you?
Hold the door for them
Before cooking, after using the bathroom, or after touching anything dirty I should ____.
Wash my hands with soap and water
Do all friends have to like the same things?
No it is okay for friends to have different interests and share them with each other.
True or False. When playing a game, it is okay to throw the game if you lose.
False. You can feel mad or upset when you lose a game but you should still be a good sport and thank the other people for playing.
Is it okay to ask the same question over and over?
No. You should think of a different way to ask if the person doesn't understand.
True or False: At School, if a teacher tells me I can't have an assignment reset, I should raise my voice and tell them they have to do it.
False. This is not respectful. You can find another way to solve this problem.
How often should I brush my teeth?
1-2 times a day.
I can NOT stop thinking about what I am going to do this summer. I am going to tell everybody about it every time I think about it. Is this okay?
It is great that you are excited but be mindful of how many times you tell the same story. Share a new memory or ask a friend what they are looking forward to doing.
You don't like the video game that your friend suggested. What should you do?
Compromise - find a game you both like.
If my friends are talking about TACOS, is it okay for me to start talking about VIDEO GAMES?
No. That is an off topic discussion.
If a teacher tells me I copied my answers from the internet but I didn't, I can say.......
answer will vary
I have to cough and I am not wearing a mask, what should I cough into?
My elbow or a napkin/tissue
True or False: It is okay to play video games all night long.
False. You should limit technology to 2-3 hours per day and make sure you get at least 8 hours of sleep each night.
If someone looks at me, should I immediately stand up and yell out - What are you looking at?
No - but what could you do or say?
Should you say "hi" to the same person throughout your day?
Yes and no. Once you have greeted someone, you can smile, or find something else to say like "how are you?"
What can you do if you are feeling frustrated? Name two things.
-Answer Varies.
-Take a break, take a walk, ask for a fidget, count to 10, take deep breaths, etc.
My friend has food on their teeth. Should I just ignore it and let them go on with their day?
You want to be polite and let them know in a private way - not yell it out in front of everyone.
Name one hobby or activity you like to do fun fun.
answers will vary
If a stranger asks you to come to their car, do you go with them?
No, this is not safe.