Social Skills 101
What are social skills?
The skills we use to talk and interact with people around us
What does it mean to show respect?
To treat others how you want to be treated.
What is self-control?
-when you are able to control/manage your emotions, especially in situations where you are really angry or sad.
-when you are able to think before you act or speak so that you can make the right decisions
-when you are able to use patience and wait your turn
What is active listening?
ACTIVE LISTENING means that you try to understand what the person is saying, rather than just hearing the words that they are saying.
ACTIVE LISTENERS provide verbal and nonverbal feedback to show that they are listening (head nodding, asking questions, “mhmm”, etc.)
What is effective communication?
Effective communication is being able to share your thoughts and feelings with someone in a clear, kind, and respectful way.
What are some examples of having good social skills?
Being respectful, being kind, emapthy, active listening, self-control, etc.
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How can we show self-control in the classroom?
Raising your hand before you speak, waiting patiently for your turn, staying quiet even when you want to talk to a friend, etc.
What are some examples of being an active listener?
-Eye contact
-Head nodding
-Paying attention to what the person is saying
-Not interrupting
Which statement should we use when there is conflict?
An 'I' statement?
Or a 'You' statement?
'I' statement!
How can having good social skills help you in the future?
How can we show respect to PEOPLE?
-Using kind words//doing kind acts
-Apologizing when necessary
-Helping people when they need it
-Listening to our parents and teachers when they ask us to
Which of these is an example of not showing self-control?
A. Waiting in line
B. Being quiet in the hallway
C. Playing Fortnite with your friends
D. Helping your mom clean the kitchen, even when you don't want to.
C.
What game did we play that helped us practice active listening?
Telephone
What happens when someone uses a 'You' statement when they are arguing with someone?
-The other person may feel like they are being attacked
-It can cause a fight or argument
-It can lead to someone's feelings getting hurt
How can we show respect to THINGS?
-Don't draw on desks or walls at school
-Take care of your belongings (books, shoes, phones, etc.)
Jessie started talking to her friend Jared during class while their teacher, Ms. Hall, was teaching. Jared responded to her, but got caught by Ms. Hall and now only he has silent lunch.
Is it Jessie's fault that Jared got in trouble?
NO.
Jared should have used self-control in this situation. You cannot blame others for YOUR actions.
What is nonverbal communication?
Things like eye contact, head nodding, saying "mhmmm"...ways to show people we are listening without actually using any words.
What does it mean when something is 'effective'?
When something is effective, that means it is successful in doing what it is supposed to do.
*Example: “The calm corner can be effective for those who are feeling nervous, sad, or anxious.”
How can we show respect to PLACES?
-Using our indoor voices in library's, museums, etc.
-Throwing trash away in the garbage and not on the ground
-Using our Level 1 voices in the hallways
-You may learn something new or important that you need to know
-It helps you learn about different people's perspectives
-It makes others feel cared for and respected
-It helps you to make and keep friends in the future
What does 'communication' mean?
Communication means exchanging or sending information/news.
*Example: Face-to-face conversations, cell phones, laptops, and writing letters are all ways of communication where you can talk to people and share information.