Blurt Review
Blurt control means waiting your turn to talk and not speaking out suddenly or loudly when it's not the right time. True or False?
True
Act out blurt control when you're in a classroom, and Ms. Yagi is explaining a math problem. You're excited because you know the answer to Ms. Yagi's question.
Wait until she is done speaking, and then raise your hand and wait for her to call on you to tell her the answer.
Imagine you're at a school assembly, and a special guest is performing a magic show. You're amazed by the tricks. What would you do to express blurt control in this situation?
A. Shout out how the trick is done.
B. Keep quiet and enjoy the show.
C. Ask the performer to teach you the tricks.
B. Keep quiet and enjoy the show.
It's being a respectful audience member by not revealing the secrets of the magic tricks.
During a writing activity, Emily had a question but patiently waited for Ms. Yagi to explain the steps before asking the question. What is the consequence of Emily waiting for Ms. Yagi?
A. Her work in writing was a success.
B. Her classmates cheered for her.
C. Emily's teacher praises her.
A. Her work in writing was a success.
Being patient and using blurt control can lead to successful learning experiences.
Blurt Review: When you're at a birthday party and the birthday child is about to blow out the candles, you should sing "Happy Birthday" as loudly as possible. True or False?
False
Which ones are NOT reasons why you practice blurt control in school and at home?
A. It shows respect for others and makes communication better.
B. You'll be punished if you speak out of turn.
C. It allows you to pay attention and understand what is being said before responding.
B. You'll be punished if you speak out of turn.
Act out blurt control when you're done with your work before everyone else in the classroom, and you're really eager to move on to the next task.
Raise your hand and tell Ms. Yagi you are finished.
Imagine you're presenting to the class, and you forget what you were saying. What would you do to use blurt control?
A. Yell out for help.
B. Stay calm, think, and quietly ask Ms. Yagi for a cue.
C. Run out of the classroom in embarrassment.
B. Stay calm, think, and quietly ask Ms. Yagi for a cue.
Blurt control involves staying composed and get help quietly rather than panicking or shouting for help.
What could the consequence if during playing a game of "Who's Missing?", Judy couldn't wait to blurt out who is missing when it wasn't her turn?
A. Judy becoming the smartest player.
B. The game stops.
C. Everyone laughs and continues the game.
B. The game stops.
Blurting out in "Who's Missing?" would disrupt the game.
Ricky and Sam are playing with building blocks. Ricky wants to build a tall tower, but Sam keeps knocking it down. Ricky loses his blurt control and yells at Sam. How did Sam feel?
Sam felt sad.
Where is it okay to use blurt control and shout loudly?
A. When Ms. Yagi is talking.
B. In a quiet placed like a library.
C. At a birthday party.
C. At a birthday party.
Act out blurt control when you're watching a video in class, it's a really funny part and you want to laugh out loud.
Laugh to yourself about it, and continue to stay quiet.
Imagine a student's parents brings a treat for their birthday to the entire class, and you really don't like the food. What would you do to express blurt control?
A. Keep your thoughts to yourself.
B. Yell that you hate the treat.
C. Run out of the classroom.
A. Keep your thoughts to yourself.
It is being polite and not hurting anyone's feelings.
What is the consequence when walking to music, Lily patiently waits in line to get into the class?
A. Lily gets a special water bottle.
B. Ms. Yagi praises her for waiting.
C. Lily won't be able to go to music class.
B. Ms. Yagi praises her for waiting.
Imagine If...: Ms. Yagi is doing number corner and you figured out what pattern that day was going to be. What could you do if you want to share your thoughts without ruining the answer for others?
Wait after Ms. Yagi is done speaking, raise your hand, and wait to be called on to share your thoughts.
Why might it be challenging to use blurt control when you're feeling happy?
A. Because you want to keep your happiness to yourself.
B. Because you want to share your excitement with everyone.
C. Because your excitement might make you want to speak quickly.
C. Because your excitement might make you want to speak quickly.
Act out blurt control when during a class discussion about a book, your friend is speaking about their favorite part. You agree and are eager to share your thoughts.
Use the "I agree" hand signal.
Imagine a student brings in something that you wanted but don't have. What would you do to use blurt control?
A. Scream and go to pick up the item.
B. Pretend you didn't see the item.
C. Ask the student politely if you can see the item up close.
C. Ask the student politely if you can see the item up close.
Blurt control here means asking for permission and being gentle with the item rather than staring at it or grabbing it without asking.
Sarah was at morning meeting, and she blurted out the answer to a question before it was her turn. What is the consequence of Sarah blurting?
A. Her friends and Ms. Yagi feels upset because it's not fair
B. Nothing happens.
C. Her friends are excited for her.
A. Her friends and Ms. Yagi feels upset because it's not fair.
When you blurt out before your turn, it might make others feel upset because they wanted to take their turn too.
Consequence Quest: During a school movie night, Chris blurts out a major plot twist before it happens in the movie. What could be the consequence for Chris' blurting?
A. Chris' friends thanks him for saving them from a surprise.
B. Chris' friends are disappointed because the movie is less exciting now.
C. The PTO decides to turn off the movie.
B. Chris' friends are disappointed because the movie is less exciting now.
In what situation is blurt control important?
A. During emergencies.
B. When you do not feel safe.
C. When someone else is in danger.
D. When you need to use the restroom.
D. When you need to use the restroom.
Act out blurt control when your friend got the correct answer when they got called on, and you want to express your happiness.
Give them a thumbs up or shake your hands for excitement.
Imagine you're at recess, and your friend fell and hit their head on the playground. What would you do to use blurt control?
A. Keep playing and pretend you didn't see anything.
B. Shout out loud for help and tell a grown-up right away.
C. Wait quietly and see what happens.
B. Shout out loud for help and tell a grown-up right away.
In a real emergency, it's important to blurt out for help immediately to get the attention of a grown-up who can help.
What are the consequences of blurting out for help when you notice your friend is starting to have trouble breathing and is turning blue when you were playing at recess?
A. Your friend will feel upset with you.
B. A grown-up will come and get your friend immediate help.
C. Everybody will run away from you both.
B. A grown-up will come and get your friend immediate help.
In a situation where someone is having a hard time breathing, it's important to blurt out for immediate help.
Act it Out: It's the middle of Morning Work, and you're excited to show Ms. Yagi your work. But, Ms. Yagi is busy talking to another student. How can you respond in a way that shows blurt control? Act it out.