Context Clues
The puppy was so timid that it hid behind its owner when strangers came close.
What is the part of speech and meaning of timid?
Adjective — shy or easily frightened
Two students reach for the same marker at the same time during group work.
Question:
What is the social problem, and what is one good way to solve it?
Problem: Both want the same item
Solution: Take turns, share, ask politely
A classmate wants to play a different game at recess than you do.
Question:
Name one flexible response you could choose.
Agree to try their game
Take turns choosing
Find a game both people like
When the test was over, Jordan said, “That was a piece of cake.”
What does piece of cake mean?
Nonliteral (idiom)
Means: very easy
A teacher asks, “Did you finish your classwork?”
Give one complete, on-topic sentence you could say to respond.
“Yes, I finished it and turned it in.”
“Not yet, but I’m almost done.”
After winning the championship, the team celebrated their triumph with a parade through town.
What is the part of speech and meaning of triumph?
Noun — a great victory or success
The more you take, the more you leave behind.
Footsteps
You and a partner disagree about which picture to use for a project.
Question:
Which flexible response would help most:
agreeing with their idea, finding common ground, or arguing? Explain why.
Finding common ground
Compromise or combine ideas
I have keys but no locks,
space but no room,
and you can enter, but you can’t go outside.
A keyboard
A classmate says, “I like your backpack.”
Respond with one complete sentence that stays on topic and keeps the conversation going.
“Thanks, I got it for my birthday—what kind do you like?”
“I like it too because it has a lot of pockets.”
When the teacher asked a question, Maya began to mutter, speaking so quietly that no one could hear her answer.
What is the part of speech and meaning of mutter?
Verb — to speak in a low or unclear voice
During a group project, one student keeps interrupting others and making all the decisions.
Question:
What is the social conflict, and what is a respectful way to address it?
Problem: Not everyone is being heard
Solution: Ask for turns, suggest sharing ideas, speak calmly
Someone makes an annoying comment, but it wasn’t meant to be mean.
Question:
What flexible choice would be better than reacting angrily?
Ignore it
Walk away
Calmly explain feelings
During the presentation, the speaker was a rock, staying calm even when problems happened.
Question:
What type of nonliteral language is used, and what does rock mean here?
Metaphor
Means: strong, steady, dependable
A classmate says, “I just got a new pet this weekend!”
Respond with one complete sentence that stays on topic and keeps the conversation going.
“That’s so cool! What kind of pet did you get?”
“I love pets! How old is your new pet?”
“Wow, what’s its name?”
The scientist made a tentative plan, knowing it might change once more information was collected.
What is the part of speech and meaning of tentative?
Adjective — unsure or not fully decided
A student overhears a rumor being spread about a classmate, and others are starting to believe it.
Question:
What is the social problem, and what is the best response?
Problem: Gossip or rumors
Solution: Don’t repeat it, change the topic, support the classmate, tell a trusted adult if needed
A disagreement starts to turn into an argument, and you feel yourself getting very upset.
Question:
Which flexible strategy should you use first, and why: finding common ground, walking away, or asking for adult help?
Walking away first to calm down
Adult help if it continues
Explanation shows self-control and safety
During the assembly, students were expected to toe the line and follow all the rules.
To follow rules or behave properly
I speak without a mouth and hear without ears.
I have no body, but I come alive with sound.
An echo
Despite the rain and cold, the hikers showed great resilience, continuing up the mountain without giving up.
What is the part of speech and meaning of resilience?
Noun — the ability to recover or keep going during difficulty
Two classmates are arguing during a game. One accuses the other of cheating, and voices are getting louder.
Question:
Identify the social conflict. Give two possible solutions and explain which one would work best and why.
Problem: Conflict during a game
Solutions: Take a break, talk calmly, ask for help
Best choice: Keeps everyone safe, calm, and fair
During a group discussion, you are sharing about something bad that happened over the weekend and a classmate says "That isn't bad".
Question:
Name two flexible responses and explain which one is best in this situation.
Using a respectful tone of voice, you can say "It was for me, we see it differently"
Using a harsh tone can lead to an arguement
What are 5 different types of nonliteral language?
1. Idioms: A phrase that does not mean exactly what the words say.
2. Metaphors: A direct comparison between two unlike things without using “like” or “as.”
3. Similes: A comparison using “like” or “as.”
4. Sarcasm: When someone says the opposite of what they really mean, often with tone or facial expression.
5. Hyperbole: An extreme exaggeration to make a point.
classmate says, “I didn’t really understand today’s lesson.”
Respond with a complete, on-topic sentence that continues the conversation and shows interest.
“I can try to explain it, or we could ask the teacher together.”
“Which part was confusing for you?”