Read the room
Conversation Skills
Social Problem Solvers
Hidden Rules
Feelings and perspectives
200

Someone is yawning and looking at the clock while you're talking. What might that mean?

they might be bored, tired, or ready to leave

200

What is one way to show you are listening in a conversation?

- eye contact

- nodding

- responding

200

Someone cuts in line in front of you. What's an appropriate response?

- politely tell them

- ask them to go to the back

- tell an adult if needed

200

Is it okay to shout in a classroom?

No, you should raise your hand and use an indoor voice

200

How can you tell if someone is happy?

- smiling

- laughing

- positive tone of voice

400

Your friend is quiet and avoiding eye contact. What could be going on?

they might be upset, tired, shy, or not want to talk

400

If someone is talking, what should you NOT do?

- interrupt

- talk over them

- change the topic randomly

- ignore them

400

Your friend wants yo play something different than you. What can you say?

- we can take turns

- lets do yours first, then mine

400
What's something you should do when meeting someone new?

- say hello

- introduce yourself

- be polite

400

Name one clue someone might be feeling nervous

- fidgeting

- avoiding eye contact

- quiet voice

600

The teacher is talking and everyone is silent. Is it a good time to make a joke? Why/Why not?

No, its not  good time because it's important to listen and be respectful.

600

The topic is video games. What is a good example of staying on topic?

- talk about your favorite video game

- ask them what their favorite is

600

You lose a game and feel upset. What's a good way to handle it?

- take a break

- use calm words

- say "good game"

600

Why is it important to wait for your turn?

- it's fair

- shows respect

600

If your friend loses their favorite item, how might they feel?

- sad

- upset

- frustrated

800

You are at a birthday party vs. a library, what is different about how you act?

party: loud, more active, talking

library: quiet, calm, respectful voices

800

Give an example of a good follow up question in any conversation.

- what do you like about that?

- when did you start?

- answer varies.

800

Someone says something mean as a joke, but it hurt your feelings. What can you do?

- tell them it hurt your feelings

- ask them to stop

- walk away

800

What's an "unexpected behavior" during group work?

- not participating

- talking over others

- being off task

800

Why might two people feel differently about the same situation?

- people have different experiences, thoughts, feelings and opinions

1000

Name 2 clues you use to figure out how to behave in a new situation.

- people body language

- tone of voice

- see what others are doing

- depends on the setting/place

1000

What should you do if you accidentally interrupt someone?

Say sorry for interrupting and let them continue speaking

1000
Give 2 ways to solve a disagreements without arguing.

- compromise

- take turns

- talk it out calmly

- ask for help

1000

Give an example of a "hidden rule" at school that isn't written down

- raise hand before speaking

- don't sit in the teachers chair

- keep personal space

1000

What is one way to show empathy to a classmate or friend?

- say something kind

- help them

- listen to them

- ask if they are okay

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