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Greetings & Manners
Greetings & Manners
What should you say when you see your teacher in the morning?
Good morning/Hi _____
If someone asks you a question, what should you do?
Do it or tell them Ok, I will do it after I finish ____
How might someone feel if they drop their ice cream?
What can you do if someone is using the toy you want?
Can/May I please play with that
If your friend is crying, what might they be feeling?
Sad
What do you say when someone gives you something?
Thank you
When someone else is talking, what should you do?
Whole body listen:
Lips closed, eyes looking, hands still, ears listening, feet still
How might you feel if you win a game?
Happy, excited, proud
What should you do if you accidentally bump into someone?
Excuse me, Sorry
Why is it important to listen to others?
So you understand them and show respect.
What is a polite way to get someone’s attention?
Say “Excuse me” or use their name politely.
What is something you can say to keep a conversation going?
Ask a question or make a comment (e.g., “What happened next?” or “That’s cool!”).
How can you tell if someone is angry?
They might have a mad face, loud voice, crossed arms, or stomping.
What can you do if a friend doesn’t want to play your game?
Pick a different game, take turns choosing, or find someone else to play.
How might your teacher feel if students are talking while they are teaching?
Frustrated, upset, or disrespected. Frustrated, upset, or disrespected.
When should you say “excuse me”?
When interrupting, getting past someone, or needing attention politely.
What should you NOT do during a conversation?
Interrupt, walk away, ignore, or talk over someone.
Name one way to calm down when you are upset.
Take deep breaths, count to 10, ask for help, or take a break.
What can you do if two people want the same thing?
Take turns, share, or find another solution.
Why might someone feel left out?
They weren’t included, no one invited them, or others ignored them
Show how you would politely join a group that is already playing.
Say something like, “Can I play with you?” or “Can I join your game?”
Role-play: Your friend tells you about their weekend. What do you say next?
Ask a related question or comment (e.g., “That sounds fun! What did you do next?”).
Tell about a time you felt frustrated. What helped you?
(Flexible) Example: “I felt frustrated when I couldn’t do something. I took a break/deep breaths/asked for help.”
What would you do if someone said something mean to you?
Use calm words, tell them to stop, walk away, or tell a trusted adult.
How might two people feel differently about the same situation? Give an example.
Example: One person might feel happy about a game, another might feel sad if they lost.