"WOW! You look..."
Ms. B just got a new haircut
"Her hair looks terrrible!"
THINK IT. Keep this in your thought bubble. If you say it out loud it may hurt Ms. Chaz's feelings
" I am so bored"
THINK IT! Try to get back to the green zone. You are obviously in the Blue and not focused. Ask your teacher for a quick 1 minute brain break.
"Can I sit with you?"
SAY It Be brave and try to meet new friends.
When opening your present you say:
"I already have this at home!"
Think it! It may make someone feel sad when they were excited to give you a present. Discuss the situation with an adult. They may be able to ask the parent for a receipt later.
" I am falling asleep!"
Think it!
Say: I am very tired. I might need a break to help energize.
Someone has glasses on in class for the first time.
" I don't like your new glasses"
THINK IT! Try to point out something positive about them if you are asked directly.
"I am not understanding this problem. I need help"
SAY IT! You need to communicate with your teacher.
" Wow your lunch looks good. I want some!"
THINK IT! It is usually not polite to ask for others food.
" I don't want that weird kid anywhere near me"
Think it! Calling names is unkind. Explain to an adult why you may not want that person at your party.
Will you play this game with me?
Say it. You need to remember to play their games too AND take turns.
A friend just visited the dentist.
"You have a nice smile!"
SAY IT! Compliments make our friends feel happy and it is a kind thing to do.
"This is too hard for me!"
THINK IT! Let your teacher know what you are having problems with.
"This food is sooo gross! I am so sick of it!"
Think it! It is not polite to say this out loud. It might hurt someones feelings.
"I have been wanting a gift card here!" Thank you so much!
Say it!
" I'm sorry, You can't sit here. This seat is saved!"
Think it!
Say: I am waiting for someone. You may sit in this other seat next to me.
Your friend needs to blow their nose.
"You have a booger in your nose!"
THINK IT .... unless you are a close friend and you are alone. You might be able to tell them quietly.
"I never win at this game!"
Think It. People may think you are being a poor sport. Congratulate them and suggest a different game next time.
"I am allergic to eggs. Does this have eggs in it?"
Say It! Allergies can be a serious health issue. You must make people aware of what food you cannot have and make sure you don't eat anything you are allergic too!
When at a family gathering
"My mom said she didn't like you!"
Think it! That's not kind or helpful.
You are so good at math! Can you help me add up this amount?
Say it! That's a nice compliment and a nice way to ask for help.
Your mom asks "Does this color look good on me?"
"Let's try a different color that might match your eyes"
SAY IT! You can give your family advice if they ask for it without being rude and hurtful.
" I am not smart enough!"
Trick question. Don't think it or say it. You should never think this. You are always smart enough. You still get the points for trying!
"Pizza again? I just had this for lunch!"
Think it. You may ask for something differnt and say it in a kind way. Others may not know what you had for lunch. Always be kind.
" Can I have your present?"
Think it! It's not polite to ask for someone else's things.
"What you said hurt my feelings"
Say it It is important to communicate in a kind way to your friends. They cannot read your thought bubble. :)