Social Skills
True or False: If I need something, it's okay to demand someone to go get it.
False. You should always use kind manners, saying please and thank you. You should ask for help like this: can you please help me to get a drink out of the fridge?
Should we put cheese in the pantry or the refrigerator?
The refrigerator
True/False?
You should brush your teeth every other day whether they need it or not.
False, you should brush your teeth at least two times a day in the morning and at night.
TRUE or FALSE It is okay to drink soda with every meal, as long as I don't eat as much that day.
FALSE. You should limit your soda intake and drink more water.
True or false: It is a good idea to wear dark clothing when going on a walk in the evening.
False. Wearing reflective clothing will make you more visible to vehicles, cyclists, and other pedestrians.
Name 3 activities you can do alone
Play solitaire, watch TV, work on a hobby, video games, make phone calls to friends/family...
TRUE OR FALSE: It is ok to look into someone's belongings when they aren't looking.
FALSE. It is never ok to go through someone else's belongings, especially when they aren't looking.
If I am living in a group home and asked to wash dishes during cooking, is it a big deal or little deal? How can I respond?
LITTLE DEAL
Sure! No Problem!
Before cooking, after using the bathroom, or after touching anything dirty I should ____.
Wash my hands with soap and water,
FOR 30 SECONDS.
Name 3 fruits or vegetables that you enjoy eating
varies
True or False. When playing a board game with peers, it is perfectly alright to be angry and lash out when you lose.
False. It is important to be a good sport and congratulate the winner.
Who is responsible for cleaning up your things once you are done using them?
You are!
True or False: When someone does not quickly respond to my question, I should repeatedly ask them until they answer.
False: You should wait for the person to be ready to answer. Be patient and say "excuse me" before politely asking the question again.
If you only have $20 left for the week and you are out of food, what should you do with this money?
Use it for food that will last you till you get more money.
When I feel like I'm going to sneeze I should:
Cover my mouth
True/False; I should brush my teeth and comb my hair only on the weekends
False: you should brush your teeth and comb your hair everyday.
Who is responsible for entertaining you when you are home?
You are!
How can we show kindness to ourselves?
- Practice healthy habits (good hygiene, balanced diet, sleep, movement/exercise)
- Be patient with yourself
- Practice positive self-talk
If staff is busy or on the phone, what should I do?
WAIT UNTIL THEY ARE FINISHED TALKING. DO NOT INTERRUPT THEM. Wait until they are finished talking. Do not interrupt. Make eye contact to let them know you need them for something, or say excuse me if it is an urgent matter.
If you see that a peer is trying to hurt themselves, what should you do?
Alert staff
Its ok to go to bed late when I am more interested in my game or what's on tv
False: Regular sleep helps to improve attention, behavior, learning, memory, and overall mental and physical health.
People feel better and their minds are sharper when they get at least 8 hours of sleep a night
True or False: It is healthy to not eat all day and just have one big meal before bed.
False. You should do your best to have 3 balanced meals a day.
If someone looks at me I should immediately stand up and yell out - What are you looking at?
NO. That is inappropriate behavior. Ask staff for advice before making an assumption.
Who can you reach out to when you are feeling frustrated or angry?
Trusted adult, AIM staff
A FRIEND IS UPSETTING YOU WITH THEIR ACTIONS AND NOT BEING KIND WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
CALMLY LET THEM KNOW THEY ARE BOTHERING YOU WITH THEIR WORDS OR ACTIONS, WALK AWAY FROM THEM AND TELL STAFF IF NEEDED.
If you want to walk to the store down the block, should you tell anyone?
YES, you should tell a trusted adult and let them know when you plan to return.
True/False: I don't have to wash my hands when I get home after being at a store
False: you should wash your hands when you get home from anywhere you go
Is it important to exercise? What benefits does exercise provide?
Good Health, happiness, assists with good sleep, helps with mood.
If you receive a call from an unknown number what should you do?
Don't answer, wait and see if they leave a voicemail.
How can we show kindness to others?
being respectful
showing I care
helping others
complimenting others