Conversation Skills
What does it mean to interrupt someone while they are talking? Is this appropriate?
BONUS: What should you do instead of interrupting?
BONUS: Wait until the person is finished talking.
What makes a good friend?
Someone who cares about you, plays with you, listens to you, etc.
What is a good coping strategy when you are angry?
Punch a pillow, deep breathing, counting to ten, using an I message
Size of the Problem: when your house burns down
Big problem
What does it mean to be flexible?
Being expected when routines change, etc.
What are three topics you can talk to your friend about?
The weather, school, interests, games, sports, etc.
How can you make friends?
Introduce yourself, ask them what are their favorite things, talk to them, play a game with them
Use an I message to tell them how you feel
Size of the Problem: Your mom won't let you go outside.
Small problem
If a friend wants to play a different game then you do, what should you do?
Play the game they want to then play the game you want to
If a friend is talking about a nonpreferred topic, what should you do?
Listen to the friend and show interest.
When is it hard to be a good friend?
If they hurt your feelings, ignore you, make you mad or sad, etc.
If your parent says no when you ask to spend time with a friend, what can you do to react appropriately?
Take a deep breath, count to ten, use an I message, talk to a friend over the phone, etc.
Size of the Problem: You forgot your homework at home.
Medium problem
You expected to spend time at 3 pm with a friend, but the situation changed. How can you respond?
Where should you stand when talking to a friend?
In front of them about an arm's length away
What can you do to be a better friend?
Use your manners, take turns when playing games, play games they want to play, listen to them, ask them questions
What are three good coping skills when you are upset, angry, or mad?
Use positive self-talk, take a walk, deep breathing, do something creative, count to 10, write down your feelings, go to your happy place, etc.
Size of the Problem: You lose a game you're playing with a friend.
Small problem
If a friend says "I feel hurt because you never pass me the ball when we are playing." How can you respond?
If your friend is having a bad day, what can you do to make them feel better?
Listen to them, hug them, support them, show them you care
Talk to your parents, friends, use positive self-talk, listen to music, etc.
Size of the Problem: A friend hit you in school.
Big problem
Be expected and adapt to the new schedule.