Someone accidentally bumps into you and apologizes, what do you do?
It was an accident, tell them that it is okay, accidents happen.
I can make friends without ever talking to anyone.
True or False
False
What is a good quality about yourself?
(answers may vary)
You keep trying to do a math problem and feel frustrated because it isn't correct.
Take a break and try again, take deep breaths, raise your hand and ask for help.
It's ok to blurt out in class, "This is stupid!"
True or False
False
What might you feel if someone you are trying to talk to is ignoring you?
Sad, confused, or upset
What can you do if your friend is mad at you for something you did to them?
Apologize, say sorry
Give a compliment to someone in your class
(answers will vary)
What are some important things to remember when having a conversation?
Wait your turn, make eye contact, show the person you're listening, respect their space bubble. There are more!
Your friend is moving away and you feel really sad. What can you do?
You can make a plan to stay in contact over the phone and plan visits.
How might you feel if your best friend is talking about the new video game they got and it was the game you really wanted?
Jealous
People are picking on your friend at lunch because his pants are too short. What should you do?
Stand up for your friend by telling an adult, spend time with your friend.
What is a goal you have in the future?
(answers will vary)
What would you do if you were nervous about going to a new school?
Find out if you know anyone there, talk to an adult, use positive self-talk, and remind yourself you can do it, etc.
A friend asks you to play basketball but you don't feel like playing basketball. What can you do?
You can say, no thanks, I don't really feel like playing basketball. Then you can ask them if they want to do something else that you both enjoy.
How might someone feel if they have done something wrong and they know it was wrong?
Guilty
What can you do if you are stuck inside during COVID 19 and you are feeling sad and isolated from friends?
Ask to video chat with friends, ask to meet a friend outside, call a friend, play video games online with friends
True or false: When you make a mistake, you should never try again.
False!
Somebody shoves you down in the hall and laughs. What is the best choice to make?
Tell them that's not okay, talk to the teacher, stay away from them, etc.
A peer asks you to do something you know is inappropriate during class, what do you do?
You can say no thanks or explain that you would like to focus
It is important to understand that our actions can affect other people. Name one way to stop a SMALL or MEDIUM problem before it turns into a BIG problem
walk away, ignore the person, talk it out
I can make a friend by talking without a break or letting the other person talk.
True or False
False
Fill in the blank:
I am _______________.
(answers will vary)
List 3 things you can do to make friends
Talk to people, Learn people's names, Listen to people, smile, use good manners, don't lie
Give an example of nonverbal communication.
Facial expressions, body language, tone of voice.