Social Skills
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.
Definition of life skill
a skill that is necessary or desirable for full participation in everyday life
Before cooking, after using the bathroom, or after touching anything dirty I should ____.
Wash my hands with soap and water
True or False. When playing cards or a board game, it is perfectly alright to be angry when you lose and throw the board/ cards.
False. It is important to be a good sport, but you are still allowed to be upset.
This staff member is also a comedian.
Naeema
True or False: If I really need something, it's okay to walk in to the room without knocking on the door.
False. You should always knock on the door before entering a room that is not yours.
Name one social cue (*hint* social cues are ways we communicate without our words!)
Facial Expression
Body Language
Tone of Voice
How long should you brush your teeth for?
a.) 0 minutes
b.) 2 minutes
c.) 1 minute
d.) 4 minutes
2 minutes
TRUE or FALSE: When a friend is making bad choices, I should imitate those bad choices.
FALSE. I am in control of my body and how I react to situations. I will react appropriately by ignoring negative behaviors and allow adults to handle the situation.
This staff member has previously worked at another Monte Nido location.
Kim, Jenna
True or False: When someone does not quickly respond to my question, I should repeatedly ask them until they answer
False: You should wait for the person to be ready to answer. Be patient and say "excuse me" before politely asking the question again.
True or False: At School, it is okay to walk around the building when you're done with your work.
False - there is never a reason to walk around without a purpose.
What do you use to wash your hands and for how long?
Soap and water; 30 seconds
I don't like the movie the milieu picked for movie night. So I will argue until I get my way.
You should politely say that you don't like it and come up with a compromise for that night/ next week.
This staff member attended the University of Delaware.
Pam, Brooke
How do you greet a friend, teacher, staff, etc. whenever you walk into a room?
-Hello
-Good morning
-How are you?
You want to microwave a frozen meal/ leftovers and it is wrapped in aluminum "tin" foil. What should you do?
What is remove the tin foil before microwaving so you don't cause a fire.
How often should we shower to promote hygiene?
Every day to every other day
If a stranger asks you to come to their car, do you go with them?
No
This staff member has a British grandmother.
Ashley
You visit your friend's house, and they don't come outside to meet you right away.
- Ring the doorbell
- call them
If i need someone's attention, I walk up to them and say
What is Excuse me, or Hello
What can be done to prevent body odor?
- Apply body spray or deodorant in the morning before going out.
- Take a shower using soap
What are community life skills?
Manners, Dating and Relationships, Interpersonal Communications, Workplace Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making and Social Skills Training.
This staff member's favorite "comfort" movie is How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Jim Carrey edition
Brooke