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What can you say if someone invites you to do something you don’t want to do?

Thanks for asking, but I’m going to sit this one out.”

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How do you usually start a conversation at a holiday event?

start with a simple greeting like “Hi, how are you?” or “How’s your holiday going?”

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What can you do when you get something nice and your friend doesn’t?

Share the gift with them.

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What does “being a good guest” look like at a holiday party?

Being polite, saying hello, cleaning up after yourself, and thanking the host.

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What is a polite way to respond if someone gives you a gift you don’t love?

ay, “Thank you so much,” because they put effort into giving it.

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What can you do if you want to buy gifts but don’t have a lot of money?

Make gifts like drawing a picture, baking cookies or writing a nice note.

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What is something you can do if the holidays feel overwhelming?

Take breaks, deep breaths, or talk to someone I trust.

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What can you do if a holiday event feels too loud or crowded?

Take a break in a quiet area, wear headphones, or ask for a few minutes outside.

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banana

Go to last place!

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rocket

Go to first place!

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fairy

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baam

Lose 15 points!

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What is a polite way to end a conversation if you need a break?

“It was nice talking with you. I’m going to grab some air/eat something/check on something.”

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What holiday topic do you feel comfortable talking about?

example: food, movies, games

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If a family member asks too many personal questions, how can you respond politely?

“I’m not really comfortable talking about that, but thanks for asking.”

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What should you do if people start arguing at a holiday gathering?

Stay out of it, move to another room, or talk to another person.

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banana

Go to last place!

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shark

Other team loses 5 points!

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rocket

Go to first place!

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lifesaver

Give 25 points!

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What strategies can you use when holiday activities make you feel overwhelmed or tired?

Choose one or two events that are the most fun and let others know you can't come to everything.

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baam

Lose 20 points!

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seesaw

Swap points!

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rocket

Go to first place!

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Give points!

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