Reading Feelings
If someone is frowning and looking down, how might they feel?
Sad, upset, disappointed, worried.
What is one polite way to start a conversation?
"Hi, how are you?” / “Can I play too?” / “What are you working on?”/"How was your weekend?"
Name one way to be a good friend.
Be kind, listen, share, help, include others.
Someone cuts in line. What is a calm way to handle it?
Politely say, “I was here first,” or tell a teacher calmly.
If someone is smiling and laughing, how might they feel?
Happy, excited, having fun.
What should you say if you interrupt someone?
“I'm sorry, please go ahead. I will wait until you are done.
What should you do if your friend is feeling sad?
Ask what’s wrong, listen, comfort them, tell a trusted adult if needed.
If you feel really angry, what is one strategy to calm down?
Deep breaths, count to 10, take a break, talk to someone.
If a friend crosses their arms and turns away from you, what might that mean?
Mad, annoyed, uncomfortable, not wanting to talk.
Why is it important to take turns when talking?
So everyone feels heard, it’s respectful, keeps conversation fair.
If you and your friend don't want to play the same game?
Take turns- play one game and then the other game, find a "third" game that you both like, do "rock-paper-scissors", flip a coin
You accidentally hurt someone’s feelings. What should you do?
Take responsibility (acknowledge what you did wrong) and then apologize. Then try to make things right.
Name two clues that help you figure out how someone feels.
Face, voice, body language, words they say.
Name one good follow-up question you could ask after someone talks about their weekend.
"What was your favorite part?” / “Who did you go with?” / “Did you have fun?”
What does it mean to show empathy?
Understanding how someone feels and caring about it. (putting yourself in their shoes)
What is an "upstander" ?
Someone who "stands up" for another person when they are being mistreated.
Someone says “I’m fine” but looks upset. What should you do?
Check in with them, ask if they want to talk, give them space kindly.
I say, “I had a really bad day.”
Show me how you would respond in a supportive way.
“I’m sorry. What happened?” / “Do you want to talk about it?”
Your friend makes a mistake in front of others. What should you NOT do?
Laugh at them, tease them, embarrass them.
Why is it better to solve problems with calm words instead of yelling?
Keeps things calm, prevents bigger problems, shows respect.