Social Skills
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.
True or False: It's a great idea to go shopping and leave your wallet at home.
False: How do you pay for things when we shop? We need our wallet to pay with a debit card, credit card or cash.
I just burped loudly in the middle of a silent room. I should say ____.
Excuse me!
True or False: It is okay to drink soda with every meal, as long as I don't eat as much that day.
False. You should limit your soda intake and drink more water!!
True or False: You should run up and down the stairs to get there quickly.
False: Running up or down the stairs can cause you to fall and injure yourself.
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.
Should we put chips in the refrigerator or pantry?
In the pantry.
Before cooking, after using the bathroom, or after touching anything dirty I should ____.
Wash my hands with soap and water
Name 3 healthy fruits or vegetables.
- berries
- spinach
- kale
- lettuce
- banana
- mangos
- tomatoes
True or False. When playing cards or a board game, it is perfectly alright to be angry when you lose.
False. It is important to be a good sport and congratulate the winner.
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 work, it is okay to walk around the building during your shift when you're done with your task.
False - there is never a reason to walk around without a purpose. You should ask your manager for another task.
What do you use to wash your hair?
Shampoo.
You can also use conditioner.
I can NOT stop thinking about my favorite holiday. I am going to tell everybody about it every time I think about it. Is this okay?
It is great that you are excited but be mindful of how many times you tell the same story or say the same thing.
True or False: If I see someone I don't know steal something from the store, I should confront them and tell them that it's wrong.
False: It can be unsafe to confront someone you don't know. You should walk away and you can politely tell a store employee what you saw.
You visit your friend's house, and they don't come outside to meet you right away. What can you do?
- Ring the doorbell
- call them
If I need someone's attention, I can walk up to them and say...
Excuse me, or Hello
What can I do to prevent body odor?
- Take a shower using soap, every day.
- Apply body spray or deodorant in the morning before going out.
True or False: It is important to eat foods from all of the different food groups
True. You should be eat a balanced meal of vegetables, fruits, protein, and carbs.
If someone is looking at me I should stand up and yell out - What are you looking at?
NO, NEVER. That is inappropriate behavior. Tell the person politely that they are making you uncomfortable and ask them to stop. If that doesn't work walk away or ask someone you trust for advice.
-Hello
-Good morning
-How are you?
What should you do before you microwave a frozen meal that is wrapped in aluminum "tin" foil.
Remove the tin foil before microwaving so you don't cause a fire.
What is something important to do at least twice a day for your teeth?
Brush your teeth with toothpaste and floss.
Why is it important to exercise?
To feel good/have a positive mindset.
To keep a healthy weight.
If a stranger asks you to come to their car, do you go with them?
No, this is not safe. You should get away quickly and call the police.
-I like your shirt
-Thanks for being our teacher
-I like the crafts you find for us.
True or False: It's okay to stay out late and not tell you someone where you are.
False. This is not safe.
What's a nice way to let your friend know he/she needs to pull up her zipper?
Quietly tell your friend that his/her zipper is down.
Text your friend the message.
Why is too much sugar bad for our bodies?
Too much sugar can make us gain weight, cause cavities in our teeth and is not good for growing our brains.
What is a better choice than telling someone "I hate you?"
You can say, "It hurts my feelings when you do that."
You can say, "It makes me feel angry when you do that."
True or False: It's okay to ignore my friends or teacher when they are talking to me.
Can I have extra time to think of an answer? Can I please have a short break?
Should we put yogurt in the freezer or the refrigerator?
Either one! Frozen yogurt is good too.
Is it polite to tell someone that they have food in their teeth?
Yes, as long as you do it quietly and in a polite way. You can be polite and quietly asking them "Have you had a chance to check your teeth?"
True or False: The food with the most nutrients is a Snickers Bar.
False: Snickers are okay sometimes, but they have a lot of sugar. Try some nuts or a granola bar instead.
True or False: When you are home by yourself and someone knocks on the door or rings the bell, you should answer the door, even if you aren't expecting anyone.
False: This is not safe. Do not answer the door for anyone who knocks or rings the bell, unless you make sure that you know the person first.