Money Management
Social Skills
Soft Skills
Self Advocacy
Fun Zone!! Animals
100
Name all of these US Currencies and their values.
One Dollar Bill - $1
Five Dollar Bill - $5
Ten Dollar Bill - $10
Twenty Dollar Bill - $20
Fifty Dollar Bill - $50
Penny - One Cent
Nickel - Five Cents
Dime - 10 Cents
Quarter - 25 Cents
Half Dollar- 50 Cents
100
True or False: When someone is talking to you, what they are saying is not important.
False! Focus on what others are saying, because they are taking the time to talk to you and want your feedback. This is a key component of a conversation.
100
Being able to work together to reach a common goal is called:
Teamwork.
100
speaking on behalf of oneself is called
self-advocacy
100
What is the only species of bird that can fly backward?
A hummingbird.
200
Jamal has bought dozens of video games over the past few months, and his mom thinks he should stop spending so much money on games. He thinks the games are worth it because he and his friends have lots of fun playing them. But he’s starting to wonder if his mom is right. Based on your spending experience and personal knowledge, what would you recommend to Jamal?
Tell Jamal that maybe he could slow down on spending his money on video games. Try to focus on his needs vs his wants. Just because his friends are buying certain things does not mean he has to as well.
200
You need to buy milk at the store but you're low on money so your friend gives you a $20 bill to go buy milk. Do you:
A- Go buy milk and give back the change
B - Live without the milk and go to the movies
C- Buy the milk and spend the rest on candy and junk food for yourself without returning the change
A- Go buy milk and give back the change
200
Possibly the most important soft skill. Being able to relate and understand the other person's point of view. Talking things out.
Communication.
200
Self-advocacy means having the ability _______________.
a.) to ask questions
b.) to ask for help
c.) to speak up for yourself
d.) all of these
d.) all of these
200
I’m an owl. I’m nocturnal. That means I’m most active at: night or day?
Night. Animals that are most active in the day are called diurnal.
300
You are purchasing a movie ticket that costs $10.25. You hand the cashier $11. She gives you $0.50 back for change. Was this the correct amount? If not what is the correct change needed to be given back to you.
No, it was not correct. She should've given me $0.75 as change.
300
True or False: Being loud in a coffee shop is acceptable?
False. Inside voices are preferred in public, quiet settings.
300
Being on time.
Punctuality or Time Management.
300
Being able to self-advocate is an important _______________.
a.) talent
b.) life and social skill
c.) listening skill
b.) life and social skill
300
What’s the only land mammal that can’t jump?
The elephant. They’re just too big.
400
You are purchasing a gallon of milk at the grocery store. Hood brand milk costs $4.96 while the store band cost $3.56. What is the better deal?
The store brand for $3.56
400
True or False: Practicing these skills will help raise your self-esteem.
True! You will feel accomplished and proud of yourself!
400
Doing the right thing when no one is looking.
Integrity.
400
True or False:
Often, people don't self advocate because they are afraid to ask questions.
True.
400
What animal has fingerprints nearly identical to humans?
The koala. Sometimes koala fingerprints have confused police at crime scenes.
500
What is the difference between a debit and a credit card?
- Debit cards: Draw money directly from your linked checking account. You can only spend what's available in your account.
- Credit cards: Allow you to borrow money from the card issuer (a bank or financial institution) up to a predetermined credit limit. You then repay this borrowed amount later, potentially with interest.
500
If you're needing to speak with someone but they're in the middle of a conversation, Do you:
A- Tap their shoulder or say their name until they acknowledge you
B- Say "Excuse me, I need to ask you something"
C- Wait for them to finish and then get their attention
C- Wait for them to finish and then get their
C- Wait for them to finish and then get their attention.
500
Being flexible and having a good attitude while welcoming the unexpected is a valuable skill.
Adaptability
500
When you ask a question or for help, you should ___________.
a.) be rude
b.) use a low whispering voice
c.) be polite and speak up!
Be polite and speak up!
500
What’s the largest turtle in the world?
The leatherback sea turtle. It lives in the ocean and can grow up to 2,000 pounds!