Listening
Where could you use listening skills?
School, home, work, etc.
Should you get upset if someone doesn't let you borrow something?
No because they might have a good reason not to let you.
What is one reason you would want to join others?
You see friends, they're doing an activity you like, etc.
What is something you can compliment someone on?
Their appearance, behavior, work, etc.
What are some ways to greet someone?
Waving, nodding head, say hi, etc.
How does practicing our listening skills relate to having conversations?
To carry and hold a conversation we have to listen and ask questions. You also have to listen to stay on topic.
When you borrow something from someone, how should you treat it?
You should treat the borrowed item with care.
When approaching a group to join, how should you approach?
Confidently
How do people generally feel when they are given a compliment?
They are pleased, it makes them happy, etc.
What might happen if you don't greet others?
They might think you're rude, you're stuck up, you don't care, etc.
What are 2 of the steps to follow to be a good listener?
1. Maintain eye contact
2. Let others do most of the talking
3. Pay attention
4. Avoid interruptions.
I have a book you would like to borrow. Role play how you would ask to borrow it.
Answers will vary
Why is it important to wait for a good time to join?
So you don't interrupt another person or the activity, you aren't being rude
Why is it a good thing to compliment others?
It builds relationships, people like being around you, people would appreciate you, etc.
You see Mrs. Edwards in the hallway, explain how you would greet her.
I say hi, wave, go up to her and start a conversation, etc.
Why is it important to have good listening skills?
It helps you maintain friendships, etc.
What are the steps to borrowing?
1. Ask permission politely
2. Don't become angry or disappointed when turned down
3. Treat what you borrow as if it were your own
4. If you borrow, be ready to lend.
What are the steps to joining others?
1. Find a person or group you would like to join
2. Approach confidently
3. Watch and wait for a good time to join
4. Join in and participate
What are the steps to complimenting someone?
1. Recognize the value of the compliment
2. Notice what you can compliment about others
3. Express what you have noticed
4. Be sincere
What are the steps to greeting someone?
1. Look at and acknowledge the person
2. Introduce others
3. Show interest