Mrs. LeGrand's Kindergarten Classroom

BOYS TOWN SOCIAL SKILLS

 

 



 

1. Following Instructions

• Look at the person.

• Say "okay".

• Do what you’ve been asked right away.

• Check back.

 

 

2.  Accepting Criticism or a Consequence

• Look at the person.

• Say "okay".

• Don’t argue.

 

 

3.  Accepting "No" for an Answer

• Look at the person.

• Say "okay".

• Stay calm.

• If you disagree, ask later.

 

 

4.  Greeting Others

• Look at the person.

• Use a pleasant voice.

• Say "Hi" or "Hello".

 

 

5. Getting the Teacher’s Attention

• Look at the teacher.

• Raise your hand. Stay calm.

• Wait until the teacher says your name.

• Ask your question.

 

 

6.  Making a Request

• Look at the person.

• Use a clear, pleasant voice.

• Explain exactly what you are asking for. Say "please".

• If the answer is "yes", say "thank you".

• If not, remember to accept "no" for an answer.

 

 

7. Disagreeing Appropriately

• Look at the person.

• Use a pleasant voice.

• Say "I understand how you feel".

• Tell why you feel differently.

• Give a reason.

• Listen to the other person.

 

 

8. Giving Criticism

• Look at the person.

• Stay calm. Use a pleasant voice.

• Say something positive or "I understand".

• Describe exactly what you are criticizing.

• Tell why this is a problem.

• Listen to the person. Be polite.

 

 

9.  Resisting Peer Pressure

• Look at the person.

• Use a calm voice.

• Say clearly that you do not want to participate.

• Suggest something else to do.

• If necessary, continue to say "no".

• Say "Thanks for listening".

 

 

10.  Making an Apology

• Look at the person.

• Use a serious, sincere voice.

• Say "I’m sorry for.." or "I want to apologize for..".

• Don’t make excuses.

• Explain how you plan to do better in the future.

• Say "Thanks for listening".

 

 

11.  Talking with Others

• Look at the person.

• Use a pleasant voice.

• Ask questions.

• Don’t interrupt.

 

 

12.  Giving Compliments

• Look at the person.

• Smile.

• Speak clearly and enthusiastically.

• Tell the person exactly what you like.

 

 

13.  Accepting Compliments

• Look at the person.

• Use a pleasant voice.

• Say "thank you."

• Don’t look away, mumble, or deny the compliment.

• Do not disagree with the compliment.

  

14.  Volunteering

• Look at the person.

• Use a pleasant, enthusiastic voice.

• Ask if you can help. Describe the activity or task you are offering to do.

• Thank the person.

• Check back when you have finished.

 

 

15.  Reporting Other Youths’ Behavior

• Look at the teacher or adult.

• Use a calm voice. Ask to talk to him or her privately.

• Describe the inappropriate behavior you are reporting.

• Explain why you are making the report.

• Answer any questions the adult has.

• Thank the adult for listening.

 

 

16.  Introducing Yourself

• Look at the person. Smile.

• use a pleasant voice.

• Offer a greeting. Say "Hi, my name is…"

• Shake the person’s hand.

• When you leave, say, "It was nice to meet you".