Creative and Critical
Is it creative to paint a picture?
Yes! There are many ways to be creative! Painting a picture is one of them. A painting is art.
Name one way that you can communicate with someone.
Talk, text, email, body language, etc.
What is another word that is like collaboration?
Hint: starts with a "t"
Teamwork! It's an easier way to think about collaboration. Think of using teamwork.
Does being a citizen mean being part of a group?
Yes! You can be a citizen of the world, a country, a community, and even a school! It does not just mean being a U.S. citizen.
I deliver mail from house to house.
Letter carrier
(we don't say mailman because it could be a man or a woman)
Can I be creative at work?
Yes! Pretty much any job has opportunities to be creative. It can be the way that you talk to people, the way that you make food, or making a display in a store.
If I don't look at someone when they are speaking, am I actively listening?
No! You need to pay attention to them. You can also repeat what they say to you and ask questions about what they have said ("how do you feel about that?").
When McDonald's employees are making fries, sandwiches, and taking orders from customers, are they collaborating?
Yes! They are each doing an important part and are working as a team.
Am I showing good digital citizenship if I call people names online?
No! Be responsible! Don't call people names online. Employers may see this and decide that you should not work for them.
I clean dishes in a busy restaurant. I scrape the food off of plates, rinse them off, and put them in a machine to clean them.
I am a dishwasher.
What does it mean to use your imagination?
Answers may vary-to create your own ideas.
Should I use active listening when I am dealing with a difficult customer?
Yes! Doing things like listening without interrupting, paying attention, and asking important questions can help them calm down.
Also, offer some solutions or get a manager.
Should I try to get opinions from other people about projects that I am collaborating/using teamwork on?
Yes! There is no "I" in team. A team is made up of more than one person. Each person should be considered important.
Try asking "what do you think?"
What is one of the best and easiest ways that I can show good citizenship?
Answers may vary.
Be nice to people! It really is that easy. Be a good citizen.
I drive a big machine that travels around Alexandria! People get onboard, swipe their SmarTrip cards, and ride until they reach their destination.
I am a bus driver.
You can be a critical thinker by finding problems and then fixing them with _______________.
Solutions
What is body language?
Answers may vary-showing people what you are thinking or how you are feeling with your body.
Examples: smiling, mad face, yawning, etc.
Do I have to help out the team when I am collaborating?
Yes! Everyone should do their own part and contribute. People call this "pulling your own weight."
If I treat people differently because of their race, ethnicity, gender, or religion, am I being a good citizen?
No-definitely not! It is actually against the law to treat people differently at work and school for these reasons. If you can't do this, you are not ready for a job.
I have a special suit that is made out of Vibranium. I fight to help people in trouble and the rest of the world. My sister is very good at science. I am a citizen of Wakanda.
I am the Black Panther.
What is a resource?
Answers may vary-the people and things around you that can help you do something. People are often the best resources!
What does it mean to treat someone with respect?
Very easy-to treat them well! It is important to treat EVERYONE with respect-always.
Define collaboration-what does it mean?
Answers may vary-working together to achieve a common goal.
Does being a good citizen mean that you care about the future?
Yes! Do things like recycle for the world, support and help people in your country, and contribute (work for) your school.
You can make the world a better place-we all can!
I am the person in charge. If an employee or customer has a problem, they can talk to me. I am in charge of your evaluation and let you know if you are doing a good job or not.
Boss, manager, or supervisor
(they all really mean the same thing)