Life Skills
I started cooking something on the stove. It is okay to leave the kitchen to play video games while it cooks. Explain your answer.
Name 3 activities you can do alone
Play cards, watch TV, work on a hobby, video games, make phone calls to/spend time with friends/family, exercise, clean, etc.
What are 5 things I can expect to see at a grocery store
1. shopping cart
2. fruit/vegetables
3. snacks/candy
4. People shopping
5. Check out lanes
What qualities do you think make someone a “trusted adult”? Who are the trusted adults in your life?
Trusted adults make children feel safe, are good listeners and are helpful when the child is facing a challenge. It’s normal that this group of trusted adults may change as children mature and age.
True or False: If I am in class and my chrome book dies I should sit silently until my teacher realizes and helps me.
False: I should get my charger and plug it in
What makes someone a friend?
Someone that you like spending time with and likes spending time with you. You usually have something in common or like/dislike the same things.
What are 3 things I might see at Goodwill
Clothes, employees, shoes, books, money, checkout lanes
True or false: When playing cards or a board game, it is alright to be scream when you lose.
False. It's okay to feel angry inside but not ok to scream. It is important to be a good sport and congratulate the winner. Remember it is just a game.
True or False: I should interrupt my teacher to ask a question that is off topic?
Can you name something you remember from your people file about any group member?
Answers vary
What are 3 things I might see at Safari Stans or any other pet store
animals, dog food, cat food, dog/cat toys, animal clothes, leashes.
True or false: It is okay to ask someone you don't know well, for their address
False. It's okay to ask someone you don't know well what town they live in but asking for their address is personal information and not shared with others you don't know well.
True or False: If I am confused about directions on an assignment I can ask my teacher for help.
True!
What are people files and how do they help us with friendships?
People files are imaginary files we keep in our brain that contain information about our friends. We use them to have conversations and ask questions.
True or False: I should wear sweatpants and a sweatshirt to my internship or job
False -we should dress more professional.
True or false: If a police officer asks me for my address or my parents' names, it is okay to tell them.
True. Police officers are usually considered "safe" adults
What is an example of a morning routine?
1. wake up
2. brush teeth/wash face
3. get dressed
4. eat breakfast
5. Pack backpack
6. get on the bus
How was your weekend?
How was your day today?
Have you seen *a movie* lately?
What is one thing I might be expected to do at my internship at Goodwill?
Stock shelves, organize or fold clothes, take inventory.
What are 2 reasons that you shouldn't pick your nose.
It's dirty and spreads germs.
It's unexpected social behavior from a teenager and people will have negative thoughts.