Communication
Review:
What are 2 types of communication?
verbal and non-verbal
What is the definition of coping strategies?
Something you do to help you calm down, relieve stress, or handle big emotions
Name 2 qualities of a good friend?
honest, kind, thoughtful, respectful, protective, etc
What is Mario's job?
*Bonus points if you can name is original job*
Plumber
(bonus: carpenter)
What does the green zone mean?
You're focused, happy, ready-to-learn
True or False:
I am a good communicator if I am looking away from the person as I talk to them.
False
Remember to have appropriate eye contact.
Give 2 examples of a coping strategy?
deep breaths, going on a walk, talking to trusted adult, counting, drawing, reading, thinking positive thoughts, listening to music, squeezing a stress ball, getting outside
How would you treat a new student that comes to your class?
Be nice to them, welcome them, help them, introduce them to your other friends, etc...
Who is Mario's enemy?
Bowser
What does the blue zone mean?
You're tired, sad or not feeling well and maybe it is hard to concentrate.
If the teacher is talking and I really have something I need to say, do I:
a. interrupt her as she's talking
b. blurt out what I need to say
c. raise my hand and wait to be called on
d. raise my hand and keep saying, "Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Johnson, I need to say something"
c. raise my hand and wait to be called on.
Do you have to use the same coping strategy every time you get upset or stressed?
No
How would you talk to a friend after they have hurt your feelings?
talk in a calm matter, express your feelings in a kind way, ask an adult for help with the conversation, take some time to walk away if you need too, etc...
What is Mario's full name? (first and last)?
Mario Mario
*Mario is their last name - Luigi Mario and Mario Mario
What is a strategy you could use to get back into the green zone when you are stuck in the yellow zone?
Ask to take a break, take deep breaths...get a drink of water...talk with an adult, use a fidget.
What is a good way to communicate a need?
a. I am frustrated right now, can I have a break?
b. Leave me alone!
c. get out of my face!
d. none
a. I am frustrated right now, can I have a break.
It is okay to ask for a break and express a feeling, as long as it is with a kind and respectful tone.
Name a coping strategy you use that no one would know you are using.
deep breathing, thinking positive thoughts, positive self talk, squeezing hands together under the desk, counting in your head, singing a song in your head, grounding exercise.
True or False....A good friend makes hurtful jokes about their friends.
false
When did Mario first make his appearance?
a. 1995
b. 1981
c. 2016
b. 1981 in Donkey Kong.
How do you feel when you're in the yellow zone?
Frustrated, anxious, annoyed, worried, silly
Demonstrate to the class with a person from your team, what good communication looks like using the skills you have learned through social skills group.
the team gets the points if the activity was demonstrated appropriately.
Talk about a time when you were upset and you used a coping strategy to help you calm down.
What strategy did you use?
answers will vary
What would a good friend do if they saw their friend alone and crying?
Stop and ask if they were ok or needed help.
How many video games, in total, has Mario appeared in?
a. over 1,000
b. over 300
c. over 200
d. over 500
c. over 200
How do you feel when you are in the red zone and what strategy can you use to calm down.
Very angry, crying, yelling, screaming, hitting self or others, body is out of control.
Help (calm yourself down), drink water, deep breaths, getting outside, talking to a trusted adult.