Social Skill
True or False: It's good manners to greet people when they walk into the room.
True
It is okay to talk with your mouth full of food?
No, it is not okay. It is gross and can make others uncomfortable.
If someone engages with you while your mouth is full, you can wait to response until after you swallow the food.
If you notice someone's mouth is full of food, you can wait to engage with them until they appear ready to respond.
What makes someone a friend?
Liking similar things
Trust
Kindness
Respect
True or false: I should clean up the table and area around me after I finish eating.
TRUE. You should always clean up after yourself (at home, school, CFA).
When you finish eating, throw out your trash, wipe off the table, sweep any food that fell on the floor, and wash your hands if needed!
What qualities do you think make someone a “trusted adult”? Who are the trusted adults in your life?
Who are people who make you feel safe, are good listeners and are helpful when someone is facing a challenge.
It depends. With close friends and people you know very well, it can be more socially acceptable to give them nicknames.
However, if someone express that they would prefer to be called something or that they do not like the nickname you've given them, it is not socially acceptable to continue calling them the name.
If your face or hands get dirty while you're eating, what should you do to keep clean?
Wipe/wash your mouth with a napkin.
Wipe your hands with a napkin or wash your hands with soap and water.
True or false: It is okay to ignore people you aren't friends with.
FALSE. It is not socially acceptable to ignore people you are not friends with.
You are not expected to be friends with everyone, but it is expected that you show kindness and respect to your peers regardless!
Is exercise a good coping skills? Why or why not
Yes. Reduces stress hormones, increases happiness, increases mindfulness
True or false: When playing cards or a board game, it is alright to scream and yell when you lose.
False. It's okay to feel angry inside but not ok to scream. It is important to be a good sport and congratulate the winner. Remember it is just a game.
True or False: It's Ok to take other people's things.
False. You should always ask if you can use something that doesn't belong to you.
True or False: When I finish a task or activity, I can make all the noise I want.
FALSE. It is expected to respect everyone and wait quietly for everyone else to finish.
You can always offer to help your peers that are still working!
True or false: If someone does something mean to me, I should do it back to them?
FALSE. Being mean back will only make the problem worse. Try to use your words and be a problem-solver. If you cannot resolve the conflict on your own, ask a trusted adult for help!
Why is it important to wear deodorant and shower?
So that we don't smell bad/offensive.
What is one sign that someone is not a good friend or person to be around?
1. They engage in unsafe activities
2. They do not take your feelings or experiences into consideration
3. They treat others disrespectfully
If you do not like someone, it is okay to be rude to them?
False, we're allowed to dislike people, but it is expected that we remain respectful and kind. If the person is being mean or disrespectful to you, you can tell a trusted adult to address the issue.
If someone has upset you, what should you do?
Try to keep myself calm, ask to take a break, and/or speak with a trusted adult.
What should you do if you need a break?
Ask a teacher if you can take a break!
Breaks are available when you're feeling angry, upset, anxious, or restless. Break options can include movement breaks, talking to a therapist, sitting quietly in a separate room, or getting a fidget tool. Breaks typically last 2-3 minutes, but you can ask for more time if you feel like you need it!
True or False: It is healthy to not eat all day and just have one big meal before bed.
False. You should have 3 balanced meals a day.
True or false: If a person you don't know well asks for personal information, its okay to give it to them?
False. It is important to keep private information private, especially if you don't know the person.
How do we show respect in the school?
Follow directions, use kind words, treat out environment and materials correctly, and keep hands and feet to yourself.
Why is personal space important?
Invading someone's personal space can make them feel uncomfortable. It is polite to give someone their space.
Name 2 coping skills you can do during class
Mindful breathing, doodling, fidget toy, count to 10, taking a break, listen to music, go for a walk, drink water...
Name 1 negative coping skill
Threating someone, avoidance, aggression, hurting yourself, denial, shutting down.
True or false: When you are feeling unsafe or having a crisis, the first person you should tell is a peer during class.
False. The first person you should tell is a staff member