Share cognitive flexibility part 2
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Your friend wants to play a game you don't like.
Solution 1: Suggest a different game that you both enjoy. Solution 2: Agree to play their game for a few minutes, then ask to switch.
Your therapist says it is time to start working, but you don't want to.
Solution 1: Transition to the therapy task. Solution 2: Ask for 2–3 more minutes before transitioning.
Someone takes the seat you wanted.
Solution 1: Choose another available seat. Solution 2: Politely ask if you can use the seat when they are finished.
The game you wanted to play at recess is already being played by another group.
A) Ask if you can join. B) Choose another activity.
Your friend doesn't want to share their toy right now.
A) Ask when they might be finished with it. B) Find something else to play with.
You expected to have indoor recess, but your teacher says you're going outside.
A) Get ready for outdoor recess and find something fun to do. B) Tell yourself, “This isn't what I expected, but I can handle it.
You wanted to be the line leader, but someone else was chosen.
A) Accept that it's their turn. B) Ask the teacher when you might get another turn.
Your friend changes the rules of a pretend game.
A) Ask questions and try the new rules. B) Suggest a rule that works for everyone.
Your friend says they don't like your favorite movie.
A) Ask what movie they like instead. B) Agree that people can like different things.
Your teacher asks you to stop drawing and start your math work.
A) Put your drawing away and start math. B) Ask if you can finish your drawing later.
The class is learning a new game, but you don't understand the rules yet.
A) Ask someone to explain the rules again. B) Watch one round before joining.
Your friend is playing with someone else instead of you.
A) Ask if you can play with them. B) Find another friend or activity.
Your teacher changes the classroom schedule.
A) Ask what is happening next and adjust your plan. B) Take a breath and remind yourself that plans can change.
