T or F: It is OK to be mean to others if I'm tired or sick.
False. We must always be mindful of how we treat others.
T or F: It is OK to get upset or angry.
True. Anger is an emotion. We all have emotions. It is HOW we handle our emotions that counts.
T or F: I am responsible for my learning.
True. Teachers and parents can help get you ready to learn, but it is up to YOU to put in the time and effort needed to succeed. It is UP TO YOU!
T or F: When I apologize, I don't really have to mean it. I only have to say it.
False
T or F: Feeling frustrated is a normal way to feel when things are challenging.
True: Yes, it is completely normal to feel frustrated but how you handle your frustration is important.
T or F: It is okay to yell at my parents if I'm very, very mad.
False
When I become very upset, three things I could do are:
Take deep breaths, count to 10, sit in my quiet place until I'm calm, squeeze a stress ball, talk about why I'm so angry
T or F: It's ok to make fun of people on the internet or in games because it's not in person.
False, Being mean on the internet is called cyber bullying and should never be done.
T or F: When you know something that could harm another student it is important to tell the student but not an adult.
False: It's actually not a good idea to tell the student. Always tell an adult if you know about a student who might get hurt by another student.
T or F: It's ok to have the wrong answer.
True: Having the wrong answer means that you are trying, plus, mistakes help us learn!
T or F: Having lots of money is important when making new friends.
False. Being a nice person is most important. Having similar interests is great as well, but you don't have to lots of money to be a friend.
T or F: Listening is an important part of communication with others.
True. We must be active listeners when communicating with others.