What are two ways to calm down a strong feeling?
deep breathing, counting, stop and name the feeling, positive self talk
What is being assertive?
Asking for what you need or want in a respectful way
Give an example of positive self talk
I can do it, I got this, I'm strong
What does it mean to walk in someone else's shoes?
To imagine what it would be like to be in someone else's situation
What are some signs that someone is listening with attention?
Asking questions, looking at the speaker, not interrupting, etc
Ms. Patin and the 4th grade teachers can't agree on where to go for dinner. Think of 3 solutions for this problem.
one person picks this time/someone else picks next time, they vote, they get takeout from different places and have a picnic, they find something they all like
What are blaming words we should avoid when saying a problem?
always, never, you made me, your fault, etc
Why should we avoid jumping to conclusions?
Usually not true, could start a fight, you don't have all the information
BONUS POINTS! What are at least 2 of Ms. V's 3 pets?
horse/cat/dog
You and a friend find buried treasure and aren't sure how to split it. Think of 3 solutions.
split it equally, the person who found it can get a little more, take turns picking, asking someone else to help you split it
How can you get along with someone different from you?
ask them questions, find things you have in common, do things you both enjoy
What are some strategies to join a group?
stand nearby, give a compliment, ask a question, offer to help, ask to join
What does exploring consequences mean?
think of the positive or negative things that might happen next
Why is it important to listen with attention?
It's respectful, it shows we care, we need to listen to get important information
How can you help a person join a group?
invite them, teach them the game, give them a job to do
What is empathy?
feeling how someone else is feeling or understanding how someone is feeling
Show me how you would ask for a favor in an assertive way
Could you please help me with....?
What might make you feel confused and angry at the same time?
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Tell me one way you showed compassion this week
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Extra points: What are all the meanings of the problem solving STEPs?
Say the problem, think of solutions, explore consequences, pick a solution
What might make you feel happy and sad at the same time?
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Find a similarity between everyone on your team and a difference
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Give a compliment to a random classmate
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What is something that you and a friend have different feelings about?
snakes, roller coasters, scary movies