Situations 1
True or False: If 2 of your friends are arguing you should intervene without them asking.
I started cooking something on the stove. It is okay to leave the kitchen to play video games while it cooks. Explain your answer.
It is not okay. A fire could start if the stove is unattended in the kitchen.
Name 3 activities you can do alone
Card game, watch TV, work on a hobby, video games, sports, outside activities- s.a bike riding, reading, exercise, etc.
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: It is ok to look into someone's belongings when they aren't looking. Explain your answer.
FALSE. It is never ok to go through someone else's belongings, especially when they aren't looking.
TRUE OR FALSE:
If my mom asks me to clean my room now, it is okay for me to keep playing my video game for 20 more minutes.
FALSE
What makes someone a good 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. They have positive qualities.
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.
What should I do before walking away from someone?
Talk before you walk. I should make a comment to close out the conversation.
Why is it important to "read the room" or "look at social cues" before beginning a conversation?
This is the best way to figure out how others are feeling and what would be the most appropriate ay to have a conversation.
True or false: If you don't like someone, tell them you hate them.
False. It is never acceptable to tell someone you hate them. It is always important to respect others.
True or false: When making a new friend at a social event, it is OK to ask many personal questions when you first meet. Why or why not?
False. You should ask basic social questions only to get to know them.
When I enter a room to ask someone a question, what's the first thing I should do? Then what do I need to wait for?
I should say something to get their attention and wait for them to look at me.
If my friend in school/camp/afterschool keeps calling me a nick name I don't like, what should I do about it?
You should explain your feelings using "I" statements.
What does it mean to "follow up," with someone?
Asking them related questions to something they have told you in the past.
True or false: Anytime I see someone stomp their feet they must be angry.
False. They can be frustrated or annoyed.
Why is it important for others to have positive thoughts about me?
If they have positive thoughts, they will want to spend more time with me and like being around me.
You are angry at your friend and you tell them, "You always seem like you have nothing kind to say. You are so mean and I don'[t want to hang around someone that always makes me feel bad!"
What is wrong with this statement?
Rephrase it.
It is not using an I Statement.
"I feel upset/annoyed/angry when you speak to me that way and I would like you to use kinder words making it not pleasant to hand around you."
What makes someone a bad friend?
List any bad friend qualities.
Lying, name calling, not trust worthy, mean.
Why is it important to stand up for yourself and not allow others to make you feel like your not important or your feelings don't matter?
Others will respect you.
Your thoughts/feelings matter.
You will avoid having peers/friends who don't care about you.