Is it a good idea to do something just because someone tells you to do it?
No
Yes
What is an example of a small decision we make every day?
raising our hand in class
listening when others are talking
choosing to walk in the halls
all of the above
What is an example of an unsafe decision?
listening to the teacher when they are talking
cutting in front of someone in line at lunch
walking quietly in the hallway
raising your hand when you have a question
Why is it important to "stop and think" before making a decision?
it gives us time to make the right decision
How do you know if a situation is safe?
I feel anxious and scared
I feel calm, confident, and relaxed
I feel confused and uncomfortable
I feel mad and upset
You have homework, but a friend asks you to play. What is the BEST choice?
Do your homework first, then play
Hide your homework
Go play with your friend and forget about your homework
Tell your friend you don't like homework
Why should we be careful of peer pressure before making a decision?
peer pressure can make us do something that's unsafe
we should do it even if our friends are pressuring us
What can we do if we made a decision and later decide we don't like our choice.
walk away and learn from our decision
make the same decision again even if it was wrong
What can you do if you are in an unsafe situation?
Do nothing and hope the situation ends soon
Tell a teacher or trusted adult
Before you say something, how can you decide if it's kind?
Don't think, just say it.
Ask yourself, "Would this make someone feel good?"
If you don't know what decision to make, what should you do?
Keep it a secret
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