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Steve told James that his parents are getting a divorce. He is really upset. James says, “I’m so sorry Steve. I get how you feel, my parents divorced last year.” How does this make Steve feel?

yes

Sierra tells Jeff that she got in a big argument with her sister and now she doesn't know what to do. What could Jeff say in response?

yes

Liam wasn’t allowed to play in his basketball game because his coach found out he was failing history. His teammate, Brian, says to him, “Hey, I’m really sorry. This happened to me last year, and I was really bummed. Can I help you study?

yes

Brandon missed the winning shot in his hockey game, and his team lost the game. He is sitting in the locker room with his head down, not saying anything. What could a teammate say to him, and how would that make him feel?

no

Maddie tells Charlie that one of her friends has been really mean to her lately, and her feelings are hurt. Charlie says, “That stinks. Did you do the math homework?” How would this make Maddie feel? What could he say instead?

no

Jess is crying because she failed her math test. Whitney says, “You’re being dramatic. It’s not even that big of a deal. Let it go.” How does that make Jess feel? What could Whitney say to be more supportive?

no

Winston is upset because his dog ran away. What could his friend do or say to show support?

no

You borrowed your mom's necklace for the dance and it broke. What can you say to mom?

"I am so sorry, it was an accident."

Your friend forgot her science book, and she has a big test tomorrow. What can you do or say?

"I can share mine with you."

Your friend sneezed really hard and got a bloody nose in class. What can you do or say?

"Let me help you."

You have two cats. Your best friend cannot come to your house because she is allergic to cats. What can you suggest?

other places to hang out

Your sister and her friends always fight. You know it makes her sad. What can you do or say if she is feeling down?

"Are you okay? Do you want to talk?"

Greg tripped in front of the class. Greg feels

embarrased

Alexis walks into a party that her friend threw for her. Alexis feels

surprised

Tim is going to take his driver's license test today. Tim feels

worried, stressed, anxious

Sam's boss said she's doing a great job at work. Sam feels

proud, appreciated, happy

Steve is making a speech in front of the school next week. Steve feels

nervous

Lucy wanted to be on student council, but did not get enough votes. Lucy feels

disappointed

Mike's friend Joe isn't talking to him. Mike doesn't know why. Mike feels

confused, upset

Rachel studied hard for her biology test and got a good grade. Rachel feels

proud

Your friend never likes to do things on school nights. You want her to go with you to the school play's opening night on Thursday. What is your friend's point of view?

Maybe she feels really tried or isn't allowed to go out on school nights

You want to go over to a new friend's house after school. Your mom doesn't know them and said you can't go. What is your mom's point of view and how can you respond?

Mum isn't sure if the other friend is safe and is worried. "Mum, would you like to meet my new friend and their family, maybe I can go after school next time?"

Pedro wants to use the computer but the sound will be too loud. He looks at his neighboor's headphones sitting on the desk. What is he thinking?

Maybe I could borrow my neighbour's headphones? I wonder if they would mind?

Sheila wants to go shopping after school. She looks at her empty wallet. What is she thinking?

I wish I had enough money to buy some snacks after school.

Steven is looking outside at the heavy rain and then down at his new sneakers. What is he thinking?

Argh! I really wanted to wear my new sneakers but the rain is going to ruin them!

Carla is staring at her math worksheet and then looks up at her teacher. What is she thinking?

This is so hard! I wish she would help me!

Mark asked for your opinion of his audition and you told him it wasn't very good. How would that make Mark feel? How could that message be rephrased?

Mark appreciates you helping him and thinks you are kind.

Sara needed help with her essay and you went through it with her. How would Sara feel after this, and what would she say?

Sara thinks you're a good friend and says thank you!

Rob told you a story about his weekend but you didn't listen. Now he's asking you questions and you don't know what to say. What can you do to make sure you have all the information?

Ask him to repeat it and apoligize for missing it the first time

Your friend Tom told you a secret. You told another friend and now Tom knows you told them. How might Tom feel as a result of this?

Tom doesn't trust you and doesn't want to share secrets with you.

Janice's friend, Jen, has asked to hangout three weeks in a row. Janice keeps cancelling last minute. How is Jen feeling? What might happen if Janice keeps cancelling?

Jen might be feeling frustrated and disappointed. She might stop asking Janice to hangout.

You borrowed a notebook from a friend and lost it. Now you want to borrow a sweater from them. What might your friend be thinking before lending you another item?

Your friend isn't sure they want to lend you their sweater since they aren't sure they will get it back