Social Skills
True or False: It is okay to get in someone's personal space.
False. Getting into someone's space may make them feel uncomfortable.
What can you say to get someone's attention?
Excuse me
False, "hold" your thought or write it down and wait your turn.
What is the first thing you should do if you are about to lose your temper with a friend?
Walk away and calm down.
It's ok to communicate my opinions, thoughts and feelings even if they are not always kind.
No, if it is hurtful do not say it.
True or False: Understanding someone else’s perspective means thinking about how they might feel, not just how you feel.
Part B – Response: Give one example of how you could show you are thinking about another person’s feelings in this situation.
True
Part B – Sample Student Answers:
“I could ask them how they feel.”
“I could notice if they look sad or upset.”
“I could think about how I would feel if that happened to me.”
TRUE OR FALSE: It is ok to look into someone's belongings when they aren't looking.
FALSE. It is never ok to go through someone else's belongings, especially when they aren't looking.
What should you do when you walk through the door and someone is behind you?
Hold the door for them
True or false: I should be looking around the room when the teacher is talking to me.
False.
Name three ways to calm down appropriately.
Any appropriate answer will do :)
Is it okay to be upset when you lose a game?
You should still be a good sport, thank the other people for playing and not break things, cry or pout.
It is okay to be frustrated but you should not allow it to impact your behavior.
True or False: If someone reacts differently than you would, they are automatically wrong.
Part B – Response: Why might two people react differently to the same situation?
False
Part B – Sample Student Answers:
“People have different feelings.”
“They might be having a bad day.”
“They might think about the situation differently than I do.”
True or False: It is OK to get angry at a friend.
True - but it is not OK to do anything to harm your friend.
True or false: A good example of hygiene is brushing your teeth every other day.
False. Every day (preferably 2x a day)
______ contact shows someone I am paying attention when they are talking to me.
Eye
If you can't solve a problem with a friend, you should ask an _________ for help.
Adult (teacher, counselor, parent, etc.)
What should you do if you are feeling overwhelmed?
Take some deep breaths, find a non-disruptive way to release energy (swinging your feet, doodling, finger tapping on your legs, etc.).
True or False: People can have different opinions about the same situation because of their past experiences.
Part B – Response: Name one experience that could cause two people to see the same situation differently.
True
Part B – Sample Student Answers:
“Someone who was teased before might feel upset faster.”
“If someone has played the game before, they might not be nervous.”
“Their family or culture could affect how they think.”
True or False: My friends are having a discussion about summer plans, but I am thinking about video games. I should interrupt them and start talking about my game.
False. That is an off topic discussion. Try to pay attention the the discussion the group is having so you can join the conversation.
Which of the following is a conflict stopper?
a) communicate how you feel
b) acting bossy
c) spreading rumors
d) teasing
a) communicate how you feel
True or false: Staying on topic shows others that I am paying attention.
True
True or False: It is okay not to be best friends with another peer but you have to be respectful to them.
True - Everyone deserves respect.
You see two students not following the rules for recess what should you do?
Yell at them
tell them to stop
Get an adult
identify if you should get involved at all.
identify if you should get involved at all.
True or False: Paying attention to facial expressions and body language can help you understand how someone else is feeling.
Part B – Response: What is one body language clue that might tell you how someone is feeling?
True
Part B – Sample Student Answers:
“Crossed arms might mean they’re upset.”
“Smiling usually means they’re happy.”
“Looking down could mean they feel sad or shy.”
True or False: A compromise is an example of always getting what YOU want.
False - a compromise is an agreement where both people get some of what they want.
What can you do if you are feeling frustrated? Name two appropriate things.
-Any appropriate answer:
-Take a break, take a walk, ask for a fidget, count to 10, take deep breaths, etc.
True or false: You should buy something you want before you buy the things you need.
What type of message is this:
"I feel angry when you are in my space. Please stop."
"I" message - "I" messages help us to communicate our feelings in a calm way so that people can better understand us.
You are so angry you are ready to hurt someone or break something. What should you do?
Take a break, take some space, breathe, ask for help from a trusted adult.
True or False: Once you understand another person’s perspective, you have to agree with it.
Part B – Response: What is something you can do if you understand someone’s perspective but still disagree?
False
Part B – Sample Student Answers:
“I can say, ‘I see your point, but I think differently.’”
“I can stay calm and be respectful.”
“I can compromise or ask for help.”