Social Skills
If someone at school has upset me by something they have said or done, what should I do?
You can tell the person what they said that bothers you and how it made you feel, or you can talk about it with a trusted grown up.
True or False: Every Fruit Loop tastes the same regardless of color.
True.
Signs in your body that you are nervous.
Short of breath, racing heartbeat, sweaty or hot, tense muscles, upset stomach, headache, bad thoughts
What makes someone a friend.
If you could create your own holiday, what would it be and how would you celebrate?
Any answer
Ways to let someone know you are listening.
Eye contact, smiling at them, nodding, repeat something back to them, ask questions, respond
True or False: Toe nails grow faster than finger nails.
False, finger nails grow 2-3x faster!
If you are having a bad day or are anxious, what are three things you can do to help yourself?
Answers vary
Three of the toy friends from Toy Story.
Woody, Jessie, Rex, Buzz Lightyear, Mr. Potato Head, Slinky Dog, Combat Carl
What you can do if someone seems upset with you.
Tell them you notice they seem upset and ask if they are okay, check in with them, listen, apologize if you did something to hurt them.
How to start a conversation with someone new.
Say hello, introduce yourself, ask a question, comment on a common area of interest
True or False: Cockroaches can live for a week without a head.
True!
How to stay friends after a disagreement.
Apologize, share how you feel, listen to their perspective and feelings, talk about solutions, compromise
Research shows that friendship:
A) increases happiness
B) decreases stress
C) improves overall well being
D) all of the above
D) all of the above
Four things that help you stay healthy.
Any answer
True or False: The worlds longest recorded french fry was 28 inches long.
False, it was 34 inches long!
What you can do if you are feeling bad about yourself.
Talk to a friend or safe grown up, think of 3 things you like about yourself, positive self talk, think of proof that that thought isn't true, give yourself a pep talk in the mirror, give yourself a high five in mirror
Ways to keep a friendship.
Making an effort, giving it time and energy, shared experiences, respect, communication
If you could have super strength or super speed, which would you pick and why?
Any answer!
Three ways to be a good friend.
Listen to your friend, show interest in their interests, share your toys, do nice things for them, care about their feelings.
True or False: Opposite sides of a dice always add to 7.
True!
True or false: If you don't like someone, tell them you hate them.
False. It is never acceptable to tell someone you hate them or call names, or for someone to talk to you that way. It is always important to respect others.
Two benefits of friendship.
Increased self esteem, improved happiness, sense of belonging, help reaching goals, fun, support
The most popular sport in the world:
A) football
B) soccer
C) baseball
B) soccer