Decision Making
What is a "goal"?
Something we want to achieve, we try hard for, something we hope will happen in the future.
What does feeling "private" mean?
You want to keep your feelings to yourself.
What is "cooperation"?
Working together, helping each other, sharing ideas, and listening to others.
What is the "red light"?
Tell yourself to stop, take a long deep breath, say the problem, and how you feel.
What is a compliment?
Saying something nice or positive about someone.
What are "refusal skills"?
Say no and why. Say no and walk away. Suggest another idea or change the topic.
What is a "feeling"?
Something you can't see, touch, smell, or hear, but it can hurt us or feel good.
What is a "best friend"?
A very special friend whom you trust a lot.
What is the "yellow light"?
Make a plan and choose your best idea.
What is the "golden rule?"
Treat others the way you want to be treated
What is a "good decision"?
Doing what you know is the right thing to do.
What is "malicious"?
Wanting to hurt other people and feeling happy about it.
What is "gossip"?
Talking behind someone's back and saying mean or hurtful things.
What is the "green light"?
Try your idea and evaluate how it worked.
What is "good listening"?
Looking at the speaker, not interrupting, acknowledging the person talking.
Someone who is reliable, trustworthy, on time, and honest.
What is "humiliated"?
Feeling very ashamed because of something you did or something someone said.
What are ways to make friends?
Telling someone your name, asking them to play or join you after school.
What is a "problem-solving meeting"?
The whole class or group discusses a problem.
What are "fair play ideas"?
Taking turns, following rules, no teasing or boasting.
If Ms. Mindys kids are arguing about who gets to do something first, how do I have them decide fairly?
Rock, Paper, Scissors
What is Ms. Mindys 2 dogs named?
Doogie and Gus
What grades are Ms. Mindys kids in?
1st and 4th
What is Ms. Mindys favorite color?
Sage Green
What is Ms. Mindys favorite animal?
Giraffe