4 ways to make choices
What does it mean to be a leader?
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You decided to recycle paper, plastic, and cans instead of throwing them away or on the ground.
You helped decrease the amount of items ending up in the garbage and helped to save any animals that could have been affected by the trash on the ground.
True or False: Only kids and teens deal with peer pressure?
False
Our ___________ affect not only us but those around us as well.
choices or decisions
What goes up but NEVER comes down?
Your Age
A friend begins making fun of a classmate. Everyone is laughing so you join in. What type of choice is this?
Be a follower
Why is it important to use reusable water bottles and lunch containers instead of single-use plastics?
They help reduce plastic waste that can harm animals and pollute oceans, making a positive impact on the environment.
How would you define peer pressure?
Being influenced by others when making decisions
You keep talking in class while your teacher is going over important instructions. How will this affect those around you?
They will not be able to hear and might not know what to do; your teacher may have to repeat herself; your teacher and classmates could lose focus; your teacher and classmates might get frustrated with you
What word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it
Short
Another student bumps into you in the hallway and you yell at them. What type of choice did you make?
Impulsive
Why can it be beneficial to plant trees or flowers in your yard or community garden?
They create habitats for wildlife, improve air quality, and make their surroundings more beautiful and vibrant.
Is peer pressure always a bad thing? Please explain your answer.
No, it is not always a bad thing. Explanations will vary.
You decide to participate in spreading rumours about a classmate because others are doing it.
You could hurt your classmate's feelings and lose the trust from your other classmates.
What invention allows you to walk through walls?
Doors
You notice that your teacher is not feeling well today, so you talk to your classmates about staying on task and helping her out to make your teacher's day easier. What type of choice is this?
Thoughtful
Name 3 things you can do to help the environment
answers will vary
Your friends are all taking turns stealing snacks from the cafeteria. They tell you it will be your turn on Friday and that you have to do it or else they won't be your friend. You don't really want to do it, but you also don't want your friends to be mad. Do you feel like this is peer pressure? Explain.
Yes, because they are trying to influence your decision by threatening your friendships.
You choose to not do your part in a group project. How will this affect your group?
They will be upset; you're creating more work for others, everyone's grades may suffer and its not fair for everyone involved.
John's mother has 5 children. Their names are March, April, May, June and _______?
John
Why is it not always a good choice to be a follower?
If the person you are following makes poor choices and you follow them, you will also receive consequences.
Why is it important to turn off lights and electronics when they're not using them?
They save electricity and reduce their carbon footprint, helping to conserve energy and protect the planet.
Give an example of peer pressure.
Answers will vary.
You continuously lie to your mom. How does this choice effect her?
She loses trust in you, is disappointed, mad, upset
What belongs to you but other people use it more than you?
Your name