Social Skills
True or False: If you have snot running out of your nose you should just leave it?
False. Get a tissue and blow your nose appropriately
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
Play cards, watch TV, work on a hobby, video games, make phone calls to/spend time with friends/family, exercise, clean, etc.
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.
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.
During group work if me and my partner are giving a task, what should I do first?
Talk to my partner about which part they would like to do and tell them which part I would like to do.
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. You know their name.
Name 3 healthy fruits.
Bananas, Oranges, strawberrys, apples, etc.
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 you are having a conversation witll?
Talk before you walk. I should make a comment to close out the conversation. End the conversation.
True or False: When I finish my work at school I should ask staff "what should I do next?" Explain your answer.
True. Your teachers work hard to plan lessons for you. It is important to always show respect and ask before you start free time.
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.
Why is it important to wear deodorant and shower?
So that we don't smell bad/offensive. If you smell bad, others may not have positive thoughts or want to spend time with me.
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.
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 teacher has upset me by something they have said or done, who should I talk to about it first?
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: It is healthy to only eat chips and ice cream all day.
False, it is important to give your body healthy foods so it is able to have energy.
Name 3 of the 4 soar expectations at Faribault Middle School.
Safe, On Task, Accountable and Respectful.
Why is it important to treat other people with kindness?
We should treat people the way we want to be treated, it is the right thing to do.
Tell me 5 steps to correctly wash your clothes. (Only talking about the washer. The dryer steps are not included.)
1.) Load clothes
2.) Add detergent
3.) Select setting
4.) Close lid
5.) Push start
A good way to start a conversation when you don't know someone well is to...
Introduce yourself and ask them their name.
Is it important to exercise? What benefits does exercise provide?
Yes. Good Health, happiness, assists with good sleep, helps with mood.
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.