Building Connections
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What is one quality you look for when choosing a friend?
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How can you tell someone is feeling sad without them saying a word?
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What is the hardest part about working in a group project?
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If two friends are arguing over one ball, what is a fair way to solve the problem?
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What is a small act of kindness you can do for someone in the hallway?
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What is one thing you’ve done this school year that makes you feel proud?
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If you could have any superpower to help a friend, what would it be?
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If you see someone sitting alone at lunch, what is one thing you could say to them?
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How do you ask for a turn in a game without sounding bossy?
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What is your favorite "cool down" strategy when you start to feel frustrated?
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How do you make sure everyone feels included when playing a group game?
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What is a "stretch goal" (something a little bit hard) you are currently working on?
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What is your favorite activity to do with friends during recess?
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Why should we listen to people when they are talking?
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If you don't understand a teacher's instructions, how do you politely ask for help?
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How do you apologize if you realize you accidentally hurt someone's feelings?
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What is a compliment you can give someone that isn't about their clothes or hair?
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If you were the teacher for a day, what is the very first rule you would make?
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How do you show a friend you are happy to see them in the morning?
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How do you think a new student feels on their very first day at a new school?
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What makes someone a good listener
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What is peer pressure?
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Why does saying "thank you" to the cafeteria staff or janitors make a difference?
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What is one thing that always helps you feel calm when you’re stressed?
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What is a "green flag" (something good) that shows someone is a kind friend?
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If a friend wins a game and you lose, how can you be a "good sport"?
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How can you disagree with someone's idea while still being respectful?
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If someone is bothering you, how can you use a "Bug and a Wish" (e.g., "It bugs me when..., I wish you would..."
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If you see someone being left out, what is a "brave" way to invite them in?
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What is your favorite way to help out at home or at school?
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How do you handle it if a friend wants to play something different than you?
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What does the phrase "put yourself in someone else's shoes" mean to you?
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What is one way to start a conversation with someone you don't know very well?
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How can you tell the difference between "tattling or snitching" and "reporting" a safety issue?
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What is one thing you can do to make our classroom a happier place for everyone?
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How do you feel when you try something brand new for the first time?
37
Describe a time a friend made you laugh so hard you almost cried!
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How does it make you feel when you can tell someone is really listening to you?
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When is a time that it is better to listen than to speak?
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When is it okay to just walk away from an argument instead of staying to "win"?
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How do you feel today?
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What is a "hidden talent" you have that your classmates might not know about?