What is a whopping topic change? How does it make people feel?
When you start talking about something TOTALLY different. It makes people feel like you aren't listening to them!
You are hungry for a snack, but Mom is lying down on the couch because she doesn't feel well. What should you do?
Fix your own snack instead of asking her to do it!
You fell asleep in your clothes last night and overslept. Should you just wear these clothes to school today? Why/why not?
No, they might smell.
You are at a restaurant with some friends. Your food comes first. You are really hungry, what should you do?
Wait until everybody's food comes to start eating!
What should you do if you are in the huge mall and get lost?
Good solution!
Name three things a friend should NEVER do.
Yes, agreed!
Your teacher has asked you to work with someone you don't like. What should you do?
Don't say anything and follow directions.
What does it feel like to be around someone who complains all the time?
EXHAUSTING!
What would you do if you felt something was acceptable but everyone else felt it was annoying?
Stop doing it, you are annoying people.
You are in the library studying. You are humming because it helps you to concentrate. Do you think you should stop if others feel annoyed?
Alright!
Name three things your parents love about you.
You're fabulous!
Today is the first day you are working with a small group on a project. You have great ideas. Should you do most of the talking because you have such great ideas?
No, everybody in the group works together sharing ideas!
What would you do if your teacher said something during class that was factually incorrect?
Raise your hand, and politely tell your teacher the facts. Maybe they doesn't realize what they just said.
You run into someone you haven't seen in a while. You notice they have put on some weight. Should you ask them why they put on weight?
NO, you would hurt their feelings!
A new student has joined your class. They are sitting alone at lunch. What should you do?
Ask them to join you and ask questions about their old school.
How do you join a conversation that is already in progress?
Politely say excuse me or join in talking about the same subject when someone pauses.
Give an example of a big problem and a small problem. What happens if you have a big reaction to a little problem?
You will get too upset and might look silly to others.
What should you say to yourself when something is difficult?
Do your best! You got this!
Does your family like it when you keep opening and closing your window while riding in the car?
No, its annoying!