talking without words
Looking into someone's eyes while they are talking to you, which shows you are listening
What is eye contact?
Use an "I message"
What is a way you can let someone know you don't like what they are doing?
This is the first thing you should do when you meet someone for the first time.
What is introduce yourself?
Saying something nice to someone
What is a compliment?
This gesture can show others that you are upset, and not open to listening.
What is: Crossing your arms across your chest
If someone is in danger, if a law is being broken, or if you have tried to work it out on your own first and the problem wasn't solved
What is: getting a parent, staff, or police involved?
This is a way to get to know someone better when you are meeting him/her for the first time
What is asking them questions?
This is important when new people want to join a game/activity or friend group
What is including others?
This may happen if someone has bad breath or smells bad, which is why good hygiene is important.
What is scooting away from someone?
This is a way of talking to someone by letting someone know your feelings or standing up for your/others' rights in a respectful manner
What is assertive communication? We also like to call it Self Advocacy
This is usually what people are not doing when they feel nervous about meeting new people.
What is using positive thoughts?
A good way to make a new friend.
What is: asking about themselves and the things they like to do?
This is something someone might do if they feel sad, mad, scared, or worried. Some people even do this when they are very happy or proud.
What is crying?
This is letting others get what they want and giving in to them, not speaking up for what you feel or think
What is passive communication, or also called: what is not advocating for yourself, your rights, your interests and needs.
This involves looking for things you have in common with someone when you meet him/her for the first time.
What is making a connection?
This is a group of friends who welcome new people and allow current members to branch out and make new friends without getting jealous or upset.
What is an "open" or "inclusive" friend group?
Send someone "shine," smile, give a thumbs up, or clap hands, dance
What is a way to show you are excited without using words?
This is the best way to respond when someone tells you they are upset.
What is: I'm sorry to hear that. Would you like to talk about it?
The things you shouldn't do when someone is speaking.
Traits that make a person a good friend.
What is: someone who cheers you up and helps with problems, spends time together, celebrates good news, and is a good listener.