Asking for Help
You’re confused during group work and don’t know what to do next. What could you say?
Can you explain what I should do next?
1. to hit a baseball
2. a flying animal that comes out at night
Your friend says, “Today was the worst!” What question can help you understand their viewpoint?
What happened that made your day so tough?
Your friend is talking, but you realize you interrupted them. What is an appropriate fix?
Sorry, I didn’t mean to interrupt—go ahead.
A teacher gives directions too quickly. What is a polite way to ask for help?
Could you please repeat that more slowly?
Left
1. went away
2. direction opposite of right
Someone says they don’t like group projects. What could you ask to understand why?
What part of group projects is hardest for you?
You’re working in a group and two people want different ideas. What is one way to solve the problem?
Let’s talk through both ideas and pick parts from each.
You tried solving the problem three times but still aren’t getting it. What could you say?
I tried, but I’m stuck. Can you show me another way to do this?
Cold
1. a sickness
2. opposite of warm, temperature
A peer seems excited about a new game. What question helps you learn more?
What do you like most about it?
A classmate accidentally bumps into you in the hallway and seems embarrassed. What is a helpful response?
It’s okay! Are you alright?
You don’t understand a word in the assignment instructions. What question could you ask?
I’m not sure what this word means—can you explain it?
1. feeling good
2. hole in the ground with water
Your partner in a discussion disagrees with your opinion. What perspective-taking question can you ask?
Can you tell me more about why you feel that way?
You’re upset during a conversation and feel like you might say something rude. What should you do to solve the problem?
Take a break and come back when I’m calmer.
A classmate is helping you, but you still don’t get it. How can you ask for clarification respectfully?
I appreciate your help, but I’m still confused. Can you explain that part again?
1. something that grows on a tree
2. a part of your body
A classmate chooses a topic you didn’t expect for a project. What question helps you understand their reasoning?
What made you choose that topic?
Your partner in a group project misunderstood something you said and thinks you were being rude. What problem-solving step could help clear things up?
Explain what you meant and ask what part sounded rude to them.