Think it or Say It
What is something you can say instead of "I got 100%!" out loud in class
Not say anything at all, "everyone tried their hardest", be proud of yourself and always do your best
What feeling would you have if someone was bragging about how many friends they have?
Lonely, sad, disappointed, mad, jealous
You might think that being competitive in sports is fun and exciting. Another person might think being competitive in sports is...
Not necessary, hurtful, or boring
What is one way you can tell how someone is feeling?
Body Language
Your friend got a new haircut and you can tell the back looks different but not in a good way, and you want to tell him. Think it? or Say it?
Think it
Good Job!
You just saw someone get teased and they are upset. What would you say to them?
"I'm sorry that happened", "what can I do to help?", or tell someone
You smell pizza from the classroom next door. What social detective skill did you just use?
Smell
Someone said you couldn't join their soccer game because you are "bad at soccer". What is something you could say as an appropriate response (a 'Say It').
-"That's not a very kind thing to say."
-Not say anything and walk away to play a different game/make your own soccer game
What can you do if you're feeling uncomfortable in a situation?
Tell them you are uncomfortable, as them to stop the conversation, excuse yourself, go tell an adult
Why is perspective taking important?
It helps you understand how others feel, think and know what to do in situations and be a better friend
Your teacher is talking to the class but several students are talking to each other instead. His voice is getting louder, his eyebrows are scrunched, and his hands are clenched together tightly. What social detective clues can you use to figure out how your teacher is feeling?
Change the scenario and tell us if it's a Think It or Say It:
You are sitting in class and a classmate got the answer wrong. Before the teacher can respond you shout out: "That's wrong! I know the answer!"
You should Think It and instead, raise your hand and silently wait to get called on.
How can you calm your body down when you are having big feelings?
Take a break, take 3 deep breaths, talk to someone
You keep shouting out in class because you're excited and know the answers- you can't help it! How are your classmates feeling?
Frustrated, mad, sad, angry
A family member is cooking dinner for you at home. You offer to help. They respond with a smile and say “That would be great!” How do they feel and what social detective skills did you use to determine the feeling?
-You can use your sense of sight to see they are smiling and sound to hear them say "that would be great" in a nice tone of voice.