Social Skills
Should we greet people when we see them for the first time?
YES! It is polite to say hi and bye anytime someone comes in or when we walk into a new room with people.
It is okay to put my fingers, toys or objects in my mouth or nose?
No, it can spread germs and make us sick.
When someone tells me "NO" or "STOP", I should yell at them.
NO!
What is healthy food? What is unhealthy food?
Healthy food is good for your body. Unhealthy food is not good for your body and should only be eaten in small amounts.
What qualities do you think make someone a “trusted adult”? Who are the trusted adults in your life?
People who make you feel safe. Parents, guardians, siblings, teachers.
When I need to sneeze or cough, what should I ALWAYS do?
COVER YOUR MOUTH AND NOSE!!! Use your elbow to avoid spreading germs.
Eating food or drinking juice can get messy. What should I do to keep clean?
Wipe/wash my mouth
Wipe/wash my hands
Sit at the table
Use a napkin
What makes someone a good/kind friend?
Trust
Kindess
Like similar things
Name 3 healthy fruits or vegetables.
Bananas, Oranges, Apples, Pears, Strawberries, Broccoli, Celery, Carrots,
True or false: It is okay to walk away from an adult without telling them where I am going.
False. Walking away from an adult can lead to problems like getting lost, meeting a dangerous stranger or getting in trouble.
Is it okay to take other people's things?
NO! You should always ask if you can use something that doesn't belong to you.
When I don't want to do my work, can I ask to go to the bathroom instead?
NO. That is lying and makes your teachers lose trust in you. This makes it harder to get help later, like the boy who cried wolf.
When we don't like something, can we say it is disgusting or bad?
NO! It is never okay to hurt someone else's feelings in case they like that thing.
Why is it important to brush our teeth?
To fight germs in our mouth, keep our teeth white and avoid cavities!
Should you talk to an adult that you do not know?
NOOOO!
When I want to talk to someone, what's the first thing I should do?
I should say something to get their attention and wait for them to look at me.
If someone at school has upset me should I ask for hugs, swear, or hit?
No! Take a break!
When someone talks to me or asks me to do something, what should I do?
Eye contact. Nodding, answering questions. Follow directions.
Is it okay to burp and fart loudly when I am around other people?
NO. Excuse yourself to a private area.
How much space should we give someone we are standing next to?
We should stand about an arm's length away from someone unless we asked them to be in their space.
Is it important to listen when other people are giving me directions?
Yes
When do I need to wash my hands?
Before and after eating. When I touch something that could have germs or when I need to put my hands near my mouth or nose.
When I see someone crying, hitting or yelling, what should I do?
Ask what happened, look for an adult for help or walk away to somewhere safe.
A strange adult comes up to you and says "Hi! What is your name?" What should you say/do?
"Stop! I don't talk to strangers." Walk away and tell a trusted adult.
Why should you not pick your nose?
It can cause nosebleeds, puts germs into your body and spreads your germs when you touch things used by others.