Size of the Problem
What is a small problem you might face?
Break a pencil
Someone cuts in front of you in line.
What is an emotion word I could use to match the green zone to complete this statement.
I feel _______________.
Good, happy, calm, focused
TRUE or FALSE. We can only communicate by talking.
FALSE
What should you do when someone is talking to you?
Face you body towards them.
Nod your head to show you are listening.
What is a big problem you might face?
A car accident.
Fall off the monkey bars and break your arm.
Other ideas...
I feel worried when ___________________.
I know I have a test.
I realize I forgot something at home.
I feel rushed to finish something.
I have to try something new.
What is a way to politely ask for a turn on the swing?
Get off now, it is my turn.
or
Can I have a turn now. I've been waiting for a few minutes.
Can you name a time when it's important to listen carefully?
Teacher is telling us directions.
Changes in our schedule which adults need to explain.
Someone is upset and wants to talk.
Can you name an example of a medium problem that can be solved by asking an adult for help?
Someone pushes you on the playground.
Someone takes your belonging.
I feel excited when you ask me to play because
_____________________________.
I didn't have anyone to play with.
I wanted to ask you to play but felt nervous.
Pointing, gesturing with our arms, nodding our head, leaning closer.
Why is it important to look at the person speaking when they talk?
They feel you care about them.
You spill your friend's juice accidentally? What should you do? What size problem is this?
Apologize, help clean it up
Small
Name a feeling in the blue zone we could use to finish this statement,
I feel ___________________.
Tired, sick, bored, sad.
How should you thank a friend for sharing their toys with you?
Thanks for sharing with me.
or
Finally, you share with me!
You are feeling unsure about what materials you need to get before starting science. The teacher is busy helping another student. What can you do to solve your problem.
Match your behavior to others. Look around and see what materials other are getting and make the match.
You experience a small problem. What size reaction should you have? How will others know you had a small reaction.
I should have a small reaction.
They will know because I stayed calm and solved the problem on my own.
Tell the group a positive statement you can say to yourself when you feel nervous or frustrated.
I know I can do this.
It is hard but I will take it one step at a time.
Why is saying "please" and "thank you" important when talking to others
It is kind and show you are respectful of others.
True or False. Your friend explains they were in a car accident the night before. You should respond by saying, "Well I lost my soccer game last night!"
False, stay tuned in and ask your friend if they are all right or if they need to talk about the car accident.