Conversation starters
How do you start a conversation?
Hello, wave, How are you?, smile at them, etc.
what is a communication driver?
Behaviors that keeps the conversation going (e.g. nodding along, smiling, asking questions)
What do we call the space around our bodies?
a personal bubble
Someone asks what your favorite Halloween Candy is. You don't really like candy. Can you Say That? or should you just Think It?
Say it! It is always OK to say personal needs/likes, as long as we don't Yuck on Someone's YUM!
Example: I don't really like candy, but what is YOUR favorite?
You accidentally bump into someone in the hallway while dressed as a zombie. What should you do?
Apologize and check whether they are okay
You're at a Halloween party and see a classmate wearing a cool costume. What could you say to start a conversation?
“I like your costume! Who are you dressed as?”
What is a communication stopper?
Behaviors that STOP people from wanting to talk to us (e.g. looking away, not asking questions, using hurtful words or actions)
Your friend steps backward while you talk. Should you move closer or give space?
give space
You overhear a classmate talking about a personal family problem. Should you repeat it to your friends as spooky gossip?
No. Do not repeat or share other people's personal information. This is called gossip.
You accidentally interrupt your classmate while they are telling a spooky story. What should you do?
Apologize and let them finish
What are examples of PHYSICAL GREETINGS and how should they feel?
High 5s, fist bumps, side-hugs
Feel gentle. Don't forget to ASK and wait for CONSENT before touching someone!
Your friend says, “I'm going trick-or-treating.” What is one question you could ask to keep the conversation going?
What costume are you wearing? Where are you going trick-or-treating? Who are you going with? What kind of candy do you want to get?
Before hugging a friend, what should you do?
Ask! *Get consent!*
A stranger online asks what school you attend and where you live so they can send you a Halloween surprise. What should you do?
Don't share that information. Tell a trusted adult.
Your friend makes a joke about your costume, and you can't tell if they are teasing or being mean. What could you say?
You could ask a clarifying question like "What do you mean by that?" or " I dont really like that joke"
You want to talk to your friend, but they are already talking to someone else. What do you do?
Stand near them so they see you. Wait until they are done before talking. Say "excuse me..."
Your classmate tells you about their costume. You immediately start talking about your own costume without responding to theirs. What could you say to show interest in THEM first?
Comment on their costume or ask them a question BEFORE sharing your own story
You're standing in line for a haunted house. Should you stand right against the person in front of you or leave room?
leave room
You're trick or treating on Halloween night. An adult you don't know says he likes your costume and asks where you live? Should you tell him where you live?
NO! Do not share where you live with strangers. You can just say "Gotta go! Thanks for the candy!"
Your group is choosing a Halloween movie, but everyone wants a different one. What is one fair way to solve the disagreement?
Take turns choosing, vote, or find a movie everyone can agree on.
You come into class after having several days off of school. How could you start a converation with your friend about their break?
Hi! How was your break? Did you do anything fun?
You have a friend who doesn't celebrate Halloween. What is a different question you could ask to start a conversation with them? (examples: fall activities, pumpkin patches, other fall holidays they celebrate?)
Do holidays do you celebrate in the fall?
Do you plan on going to an apple orchard or pumpkin patch?
Your friend says, “Please don't touch my costume.” What should you do?
Stop
Your friend is dressed as a spooky videogame character and you don't like their costume. You think it is very scary. Should we tell them that?
No! Telling them that would hurt their feelings. It is ok to THINK that, but don't say it. Instead, ask a question about candy or Halloween activities: E.g. "What candy are hoping to get?" "Who are you trick or treating with?"
You're at a corn maze with your family and your group gets lost. You start to feel scared. What do you do?
Tell an adult how you're feeling. Take a few deep breaths to calm down. Trust your adult to get you safely out.