You are getting a little bored with the conversation you are in now, what can you do?
conversation changers: that reminds me of..., that makes met think of..., on an unrelated note...
Give an example of nonverbal communication.
Facial expressions, body language, tone of voice.
Someone asks you if they can copy your homework. What can you do?
You can explain you won't let them copy but you will help them understand the work.
What is your favorite thing about weekends?
Multiple answers!
How can you ask someone for directions?
Various answers
Your mom is bugging you about calling your sister to thank her for a gift. What action will solve the issue?
Call your sister and thank her for the gift!
Give an example of small talk topics.
Weather, sports.
A peer asks you if you want to go to a party that you know will have underage drinking. What can you do?
You can say no thanks or explain that you would like to hang out with the friend somewhere other than the party.
What is your favorite thing to do in group?
Multiple answers!
Coping means "how we deal with issues or problems." What are some positive ways to cope with your problems?
What is listening to music/movement break/talking to a friend or family member.
Your friend trips and falls and their face turns red. How are they feeling? What can you do?
They are embarrassed and you can help them up, see if they are hurt, and reassure them.
What would you do if you felt uncomfortable talking about a red zone topic?
Say: I'm not comfortable with this topic, can we talk about something else?
What can you do if two people ask you to hang out at the same time?
Suggest that the 3 of you hang out together, hang out with one and then the other, say no to one, but schedule another time for the other, etc.
Your friend is moving away and you feel really sad. What can you do?
You can make a plan to stay in contact over the phone and plan visits.
What motivates you?
Answers will vary. (people you love, passion/purpose, goals)
Your friend seems mad at you and you don't know why. What should you say to your friend?
You can ask your friend if they're upset with you or something that happened. Apologizing doesn't always make your friend feel better, sometimes you need to show them with your actions. Can be other answers too.
Demonstrate how you would introduce yourself to a new peer?
Hi my name is ____, what is your name?
Your friend tells you that they are feeling mad and that they are planning to run away from home. What should you do?
You should tell an adult immediately.
If you could choose a nickname, what would you want it to be?
Answers will vary.