Social Skills
Why are social skills important?
They help us have positive relationships with others and behave appropriately at different times.
Name 2 ground rules for working with others
Listen to directions first, listen to group members and be open to new ideas, do your fair share of the work, stay present and on task, have a positive attitude
Explain how you would react to constructive criticism
Stay calm, listen, ask questions, put feedback into action
If you are talking to a friend and you don't agree with their opinion, what can you do or say?
"I see your point", "Tell me more about that", "why do you feel that way?", "I understand what you are saying"
Give an example of how you might start a conversation
"Hey, how did your game go?" "How are you doing?" "What's happening?"
Name 3 positive qualities you strive to be?
answers vary
What does it mean to be mentally flexible?
To not be stuck in one way of thinking and try something new.
If you make a choice, who does it affect?
Yourself and others around you
listening to music, coloring, deep breaths, meditation, yoga, chewing gum, positive self-talk, etc.
How can you show interest in others in a conversation?
Ask them follow-up questions, smile, nod, reflect emotions, stay on topic
Change the following statement into a positive one: "I'll never finish my work in time!"
I will work hard and get all my work done.
What does it mean to MYOB?
Mind your own business
Give an example of a consequence for your actions
I get a poor grade on a quiz because I chose not to study
Give 3 ways to show that you are actively listening
eye contact, reflecting emotions, staying focused, asking questions, nodding and using body language
What is something positive you could say if your friend won 3rd place in the spelling bee, but wanted to win first.
"Wow! You did great!"
Name a behavior that is respectful.
answers vary
Name two benefits of improving your communication skills.
helps us connect to others, allows us to share our thoughts, allows us to understand social cues, helps us get what we need
Give an example of an "I statement"
I feel....when you....because...
List 3 topics you could share your thoughts on
food, movies, pizza, games, tv shows, etc.
You are in math class taking a quiz. You get to a problem and it makes no sense to you. What should you do?
skip the problem, then come back to it; try your best at it, then move on.
When might you need to follow directions?
In class, with your parents, on a test, in a sports practice, etc.
What does it mean to use self-control when we speak?
Stop and think about what is in your mind before it comes out of your mouth
Explain what it means to "hit the pause button" when you're upset
Just stop for a few seconds to help control your reactions.
Give 2 examples of cell phone manners
Be mindful of what you text, don't take photos without permission, avoid over-texting, put the phone away sometimes
What is "small talk"?
short and brief conversations with others