Role Play
Role play this scenario: You are at a store but cannot find what you're looking for. What do you do?
1. Find an employee and ask for help. 2. If you don't understand their directions, ask them to walk you to the item. 3. If you had tried to find it on your own but couldn't, go find another employee and ask them.
Explain how you would join a conversation that is happening between people.
I would approach and watch for their body language to see if I could join. If there is positive body language, such as a smile, turning towards me, or asking me a question, I'll join once there is a pause in their conversation.
How can you tell if teasing is playful or hurtful?
Playful teasing makes everyone laugh and feel good, while hurtful teasing makes someone feel sad, upset, or uncomfortable.
What should you say when you meet someone new?
You can say, 'Hello, my name is [Your Name]. It’s nice to meet you.
How can you show empathy to a friend who is sad?
You can say, 'I’m sorry you’re feeling this way. I’m here if you want to talk.
Role play this scenario: show how you'd interrupt a conversation.
Approach the people in conversation. Wait for a pause and ask your question or make your comment. Thank them or say something like, "Sorry to have interrupted." Walk away.
What should you do if you attempt to join a conversation but their body language indicates that they don't want you to join?
Walk away and find someone else to talk to.
What is teasing?
Teasing is when someone makes fun of someone else in a way that can feel hurtful, even if it seems like a joke.
What does it mean to give someone 'personal space'?
Personal space means giving people enough room so they feel comfortable, usually about an arm’s length away.
What should you do if someone asks you to do something that makes you uncomfortable?
You can say, 'No, thank you,' or, 'I’m not comfortable with that,' and ask for help if needed.
Show how you would introduce yourself to someone you just met.
“Hello, my name is [Your Name]. It’s nice to meet you,” while making eye contact and offering a friendly handshake or wave.
What is a polite way to ask for help if you don’t understand something?
You can say, 'Could you please help me understand?' or, 'Can you explain that again?
What can you do if someone is teasing you in a way that feels hurtful?
You can tell them to stop, ignore them, or tell a trusted friend or adult for support.
How can you tell if someone is interested in talking with you?
They make eye contact, face toward you, smile, and respond to what you say.
What does it mean to be 'patient' in a conversation?
Being patient means waiting calmly for your turn to speak and listening without interrupting.
Pretend you see someone sitting alone who looks sad. How would you check if they’re okay?
Approach the person gently and say something like, “Hi, I noticed you’re sitting alone. Are you okay, or would you like someone to sit with you?”
What does it mean to respect someone’s opinion, even if you disagree?
Respecting someone’s opinion means listening without arguing, not making fun of them, and saying, 'I see your point' or 'I understand your view.'
Why might people tease others?
People might tease because they want attention, feel insecure, or don’t understand how it affects others.
What should you do if someone is interrupting your conversation?
You can kindly say, 'Please wait a moment; I’d like to finish what I was saying.
What can you do to keep a conversation going?
Ask open-ended questions like, 'What do you think about that?' or, 'Can you tell me more?
Role play scenario: show how to end a conversation.
When the other person is done talking, say something like, "Well, I better be going." Or, "Nice talking to you; I'll see you later."
What is one way to show appreciation to someone who has helped you?
You can say, 'Thank you for helping me!' or show appreciation with a smile, a thank-you note, or a kind gesture.
What is one way to react when a friend is being teased?
You can support your friend by telling the teaser to stop or by helping your friend leave the situation.
If someone gives you a compliment, what should you say?
You can say, 'Thank you!' and smile to show appreciation.
How should you react if someone tells you 'no' to a request?
Respect their answer and say, 'That’s okay,' or, 'Thank you anyway.