Gratitude/Praise
What is praise?
Showing/telling someone they did a good job
True or False......Deciding when and how to forgive someone who has wronged you is up to you.
True!
What is the difference between verbal and nonverbal communication?
Verbal is using your words, Nonverbal is how your body language tells someone how you may be feeling.
What is the listening skill where you look at the person who is speaking's eyes?
Eye contact
One classmate will need to draw a picture/do a dance/sing a song. Can another classmate demonstrated praise regarding what the other student does?
That was awesome! Yay!
What is gratitude?
Being thankful or showing appreciation
What are the four parts to the apology ice cream cone?
Say sorry, why was what you did wrong or in need of an apology, what will yo udo differently next time, how can I make amends or make it better?
Define personal space
Space or distance between people or space around your body that helps you feel comfortable near other people (personal bubble or ring).
If you are looking around the room and thinking about what you had for lunch when someone is talking, how do you think the speaker is feeling?
A thoughtful and respectful answer gets the point! i.e., sad, angry, frustrated, irritated, confused....
Let's have one classmate do something nice for another (tie a shoe, pretend to help them with something). Can the other classmate show an example of gratitude?
That was great! Good job!
Zeke got a 94 on his test and his teacher told him he did an AWESOME job and that he was really proud of Zeke. What is this an example of?
Praise!
Julie is running outside when she is hit in the head by a frisbee. When she turns around, another kid is running up to her saying, "I'm sorry! I didn't see you there. Are you okay?" Is this an example of a sincere apology? Why or why not?
Yes! She apologized and showed concern for Julie.
Why is it important to be able to identify facial expressions?
What is the hardest part about listening for you?
Good answer!
Pick a partner! Act out a scenario in which one person is having a bad day and needs to let the other person know they need space. The other person should respond appropriately reading the other person's facial expressions and body language. After, discuss 2 ways the upset displayed needing space with their body.
That was great! good job!
What are three things you are grateful for?
you did it! good job!
Which of the following is a "fake" apology?
A. I'm really sorry I hurt your feelings.
B. I'm really sorry that you were offended by what I said.
C. I'm sorry. What can I do to make it better?
B. You are not apologizing for your own behavior but for how the person feels.
What is empathy?
The ability to understand and show concern for another person's feelings.
When you are listening, you should do this to show the speaker you are following along.
You notice your classmate has been doing a good job of ignoring another peer's disruptive behaviors in the classroom. How might your offer praise and support your classmate who is doing such a great job ignoring?
Wow! great acting!
What is one way you can express your gratitude (or how can you)?
That is a great example!
What is an appropriate and respectful way to let someone know that you may not be ready to accept their apology?
That was a thoughtful and respectful answer. Good job!
John is slouched in his chair with a frown on his face. Joe comes into the room with excitement and wants to share that he got an "A" on a test. What should Joe do first?
John should ask what is wrong instead of going ahead and talking about his "A".
True! so practice practice practice!
Good job! Those were some great active listening skills!