Perspective Detective
Someone says, “I like your new shoes!” Is that a compliment?
Yes
Who could you tell about your favourite movie — a family member or a stranger?
Family member.
Name one important ingredient in a good friendship.
Kindness, listening, trust, taking turns, etc.
In a good conversation, should both people get a turn?
Yes
“A week has seven days.” Fact or opinion?
Fact
Your friend doesn't say hello to you. Should you assume they are angry?
No
You have a pain in your stomach. Who should you tell?
Family or Doctor
True or false: Friends need to agree on everything.
False
Your friend says, “I went to the beach.” What is one question you could ask?
“Did you have fun?” / “Who did you go with?”
“Pizza is the best food.” Fact or opinion?
Opinion
Instead of saying, “She doesn't like me,” what could you say?
“I wonder why she didn't say hello.”
You don't understand your homework. Who could you ask for help?
Teacher
You discover that you and someone else both love Pokémon. Is that something you could use to start a conversation?
Yes!
True or false: You can show you're listening by looking at the person and responding to what they said.
True.
“I think it will rain tomorrow.” What is it?
Prediction
Someone is laughing while looking in your direction. Does that mean they are laughing at you?
No
Who's in the 'inner ring'?
Family
You and your friend both want to choose the game. What could you do?
Take turns, compromise, or choose together.
Your friend tells you they got a new puppy. Give one response that keeps the conversation going.
“That's exciting!” / “What's its name?” / “I have a dog too!”
You don't like someone's new haircut. They ask, “Do you like it?” Should you say, “It looks terrible”?
No — that's something better swallowed or said more kindly.
Your friend looks upset but says, “I'm fine.” What could you do instead of assuming what is wrong?
Ask kindly, “Are you OK?” or wonder what might be happening.
Who's in the far outer ring?
Prime minister
Your friend only talks about themselves and never asks you questions. What might be missing from the friendship?
Back-and-forth conversation / listening / taking turns.
Your friend has been talking for a while. You haven't said anything yet. What could you do to keep the conversation as a “ball” going back and forth?
Ask a question, respond, or share something related.
Your friend has something stuck in their teeth. Should you say something or swallow it? How should you tell them?
Say it, but privately and kindly.