Say It Better
Listening Skills
Teamwork
Think Before You Speak
What Would You Do?
100

What is a better way to say, "You're stupid. You Don't understand anything"

Let me explain it another way or Would you like help?

100

What are two things you should do when someone is talking?

Look toward them and listen. 

100

What is one thing every good team needs?

Respect, communication, or cooperation.

100

What should you do before responding when you are angry?

Pause and think.

100

A classmate makes a mistake while reading aloud, What should you do?

Stay Quiet and let them finish. Don't laugh, tease, or make fun of them.

200

Give two examples of words that can make a conversation disrespectful.

Shut Up

You're Dumb

Whatever

Mocking Someone

200

What is it called when you interrupt someone before they finish?

Interrupting

200

What should you do if your team disagrees?

Listen and work toward a solution

200

What does it mean to think before you speak?

Consider how your words may affect someone.

200

Your group has to work with someone you don't usually hang out with. How should you respond?

Be respectful, include them, listen to their ideas, and cooperate even if they aren't your close friend.

300

You classmate keeps asking you a question you already answered. What could you say instead of yelling?

I already explained it. Can I show you again?

300

What should you do if you don't understand what someone said?

Ask them to explain or repeat it.

300

Why is it important to include everyone?

Everyone deserves to belong and contribute.

300

What is one example of an absolute word?

Always, never, everyone, or nobody.

300

Someone is taking longer than you to understand the directions. What is a Christ-like response?

Be patient, show kindness, and offer to help explain the directions without making them feel embarrassed. Remember that everyone learns at a different pace. 

400

A classmate gives an incorrect answer. What is a respectful way to respond?

I think it might be something different. Can I explain?

400

What does active listening mean?

Listening carefully and showing you understand.

400

Your team refuses to work with someone because they are different. What is wrong with that?

It is exclusion and disrespect.

400

Why can saying "You always mess everything up" hurt communication.

It exaggerates and attacks the person.

400

You hear someone making fun of a classmate. What are two ways you could respond?

1. Tell them respectfully. "That's not kind. We shouldn't make fun of people."

2. Support the classmate being teased, include them, or get a trusted adult if the behavior continues or someone feels unsafe.

500

Your friend says something that hurts your feelings. Explain how you can communicate your feelings without attacking them. 

"I" statement, such as "I felt hurt when you said that."

500

Someone is explaining something slowly, and you already understand. What should you do?

Be patient, let them finish, and offer help respectfully.

500

How can you help a classmate who needs extra time without embarrassing them?

Be patient, encourage them, and offer help privately or respectfully.

500

What does James 1:19 teach us about communication?

Listen quickly, speak slowly, and control anger.

500

Your group refuses to include someone, and that student is being picked on. Explain how you could help change the situation.

Invite the student to join the group, encourage everyone to cooperate, speak up against the teasing respectfully, and tell a teacher if the bullying continues.