Big or Small Problem?
losing my pencil
small problem
True or false, self-advocating means speaking up for yourself, sharing your thoughts/ideas, asking questions and asking for help?
TRUE
What can you say when you are tired and need a break?
"I need a break"
A classmate asks nicely to borrow something
SAFE
a huge hurricane just hit Kansas City
big problem
If you are having a problem at work (Hy-Vee and NAWS), is a stranger the right person to go to with this concern?
No - teacher or close friend
What do you say if you need help with something?
"I need help"
A teacher helps you with your work.
Safe
my friend is saying unkind things to me everyday at school
medium problem
Who are two people in you can go to if you need support?
Mom, dad, sibling, teacher, friend
What do you say when you feel left out at school?
I want to be included
A friend pushes you when they’re mad
Unsafe
I lost my favorite book
small problem
True or false, practicing self-advocating makes it easier to self-advocate when you need to?
TRUE
What to say when you feel overwhelmed and need space?
"I would like to go somewhere more quiet"
A stranger offers you candy and asks you to go with them
UNSAFE