Should I Say It?
You're beautiful
No, that can be too pushy or forward to people.
Wave hi and smile.
Yes, that is appropriate and doesn't touch others.
What is your favorite video game?
I like to play ________.
Say Bye to the entire class? OR Say Bye to one person close to me?
Say Bye to one person or wave to the class.
What is small talk?
I like your hat.
Yes, that's a nice compliment.
Make people to fist bump you.
No, that can be uncomfortable.
What is your favorite holiday?
I love to celebrate ________ because _________.
Smile! We don't want to touch others without permission.
Small talk conversation about the heat, rain, or snow outside is called ______________
Weather
I love you.
No, that is inappropriate and can make someone feel uncomfortable.
Chase people down the hall?
No! That can be scary!
What is your favorite TV show or movie?
I like to watch _________.
Hug OR wave at someone?
Wave!
How could I ask someone about the weekend?
What are you doing this weekend?
Do you have any plans this weekend?
I can't wait for the weekend!
Yes, that is a good conversation starter.
Hold someone's hand.
No, only when we are dating someone.
Do you have any pets?
I have _____. OR I don't have any but would love _______.
Saying "Nice toes" OR "I like your shoes."
I like your shoes! We don't want to comment on people's body parts.
How can you ask someone how their day is going?
What are you today?
How's your day?
Can I hold your hand?
No, we only say that to someone we are dating.
Wave bye!
Yes
Why do we think and say an answer to questions with friends, INSTEAD of "I don't know."
It is boring when we say "I don't know." It STOPS the conversation.
Saying "Hi, Hi, Hey, Hellooo!" OR "Good morning!"
"Good morning" OR "Hey!" A short greeting is best.
Why is small talk important?
It is less pressure to talk about easy topics. It lets us gets to know someone and if you have anything in common.