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Staying on Task
- Look at your task or assignment
- Think about the steps needed to complete the task
- Focus all of your attention on the task
- Stop working only when instructed
- Ignore distractions and interruptions from others
Listening - Look at the person who is talking and remain quiet
- Wait until the person is through talking before you speak
- Show that you heard the person by nodding your head, saying "Okay", "That's interesting", etc.
Following Instructions
- Look at the person
- Say "Okay"
- Do what you've been asked right away
- Check back to make sure you've done it correctly
Sharing Something
- Let the other person use the item first
- Ask if you can use it later
- When you get to use it, offer it back to the other person after you have used it
Accepting Criticism or Consequence
- Look at the person
- Say "Okay"
- Don't argue.
Making an Apology
- Look at the person
- Use a sincere voice
- Say "I am sorry for..." or "I want to apologize for..."
- Explain how you plan to do better in the future
- Say "Thanks for listening"
Accepting "No" for an Answer
- Look at the person
- Say "Okay"
- Stay calm
- If you disagree, ask later
Having a Conversation
- Look at the person
- Use a pleasant voice
- Listen to what the other person says
- When there is a break in the conservation, ask a question or share your thoughts
Greeting Others
- Look at the person
- Use a pleasant voice
- Say "Hi" or "Hello"
Asking Permission
- Look at the person
- Use a calm and pleasant voice
- Say "May I..."
- Accept the answer calmly
Getting the Teacher's Attention
- Look at the teacher
- Raise your hand and stay calm
- Wait until the teacher says your name
- Ask your question
Accepting Compliments
- Look at the person
- Use a pleasant voice
- Say "Thank You"
Appropriate Voice Tone
- Listen to the level of the voices around you
- Change your voice to match
- Watch and listen for visual or verbal cues, and adjust your voice as needed
Asking for Help
- Look at the person
- Ask the person if they have time to help you
- Clearly explain the kind of help that you need
- Thank the person for helping
Disagreeing Appropriately
- Look at the person
- Use a pleasant voice
- Tell why you feel differently
Working with Others
- Identify the task to be completed
- Assign tasks to each person
- Discuss ideas in a calm, quiet voice, and let everyone share their ideas
- Work on task until completed
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