PT
What is perceptive-taking?
To be flexible by seeing & understanding things in different ways.
What are qualities of a NICE tone of voice?
• Soft
• Sweet
• Makes others feel good
• Etc.
What does having personal boundaries mean?
• Not getting too close to others
• Making sure that others have their own space
Step #1 is to decide if you want to talk to the other person.
Name at least ONE deciding factor.
• Physical appearance (e.g., face, outfit, jewelry, etc.)
• Other person’s belongings (e.g., purse or bag, sunglasses, toys, etc.)
• Sharing a mutual relation with the other person
• Etc.
Name at least TWO topics you could focus on when starting a conversation.
• Weekend, holiday, or birthday plans
• Weather
• Hobbies
• Favorite foods, TV shows, books, games, etc.
Why is perspective-taking an important skill to practice?
It allows us to understand things in different ways, which makes it easier to get along with others.
What are qualities of a RUDE tone of voice?
• Loud
• Sassy
• Makes others feel bad
• Etc.
Types of personal boundaries include physical, emotional, mental, material, & time.
Which type of boundary focuses on touch?
Physical.
Step #2 is to decide if it’s a good time.
Name at least ONE potential sign of it being a good time to talk.• In varying locations, when you & the other person aren’t busy with anyone or anything
• At school, during lunch and/or recess
• Etc.
When is it a good time to START a conversation at home & school?
• Home - When others aren’t busy with other people or tasks
• School - During lunch & recess
Say the following sentence in a NICE tone: “I don’t want to talk about how I feel right now.”
***Clinician will determine***
Name at least TWO examples of APPROPRIATE touch (with permission).
• High-fives
• Fist bumps
• Hugs
Step #3 is to walk up to the person you want to talk to.
Why is it important not to walk up too close OR far?
• Too close - We all need our own space
• Too far - We wouldn’t be able to hear the other person
When is it a good time to END a conversation at home & school?
• Home - When others are busy with other people or tasks, during bedtime, etc.
• School - When the teacher is talking or while completing classwork & tests
Say the following sentence in a RUDE tone: “I don’t want to talk about how I feel right now.”
***Clinician will determine***
Name at least TWO examples of INAPPROPRIATE touch (with & without permission).
• High-fives, fist bumps, & hugs (without permission)
• Hitting, kicking, punching, pushing, slapping, & biting (with & without permission)
Step #4 is to finally introduce yourself.
Name at least TWO things you could share when introducing yourself to another person.• Name
• Age
• # of siblings and/or pets
• Favorite color(s), animal(s), hobbies, etc.
Provide at least ONE example of how to END a conversation.
• “Can we talk another time?”
• “Let’s talk at another time!”
• “Hey, I got to go!”
• Etc.
Why is the tone of your voice important to pay attention to?
It allows us to make sure we’re being kind to others, even when we’re not in the green zone.
Why is it important to have personal boundaries?
It allows us to respect ours & others space without hurting or harming others.
Step #5 is to wait for the other person to introduce themself before you continue the conversation.
What if the other person doesn’t introduce themself?
Then ask them for their name yourself.
How can we start & end a conversation in a friendly way?
Hint: Think about your facial & body cues!
• Facial cues → Making eye contact with the other person, smiling, etc.
• Body cues → Keeping arms & legs to ourselves