SS lesson 3

SS lesson 3

 So far, you’ve learned and practiced three skills for learning. What are they? (Focus attention. Listen. Use self-talk.) Today you’ll learn the fourth one—how to ask for what you want or need in a respectful way by being assertive

Open Ended

What do yo thinking is happening in that photo?

This is Naomi. She arrived late to class. The teacher asked her to join this spelling group to practice the week’s list. The group is busy working and doesn’t notice Naomi.

Multiple Choice

What does Naomi need to do?

• go home

• join a group

• work alone

• stand still

Look at Naomi and think about how she is feeling. 

Naomi feels nervous. She needs to find the best way to ask to join the group. Listen to the different ways Naomi could ask to join. After each one, show a thumbs-up if you think it will work.

Hey, um...uh...I got here late...and...um...need a group?

OKAY, GUYS! I’m part of this group now. Tell me what we’re doing...NOW!

Excuse me, could I please join this group? I’m late, and the teacher told me to join you.

Multiple Choice

Which was the most repsectful way of asking to join a group

• Approach 1

• Approach 2

• Approach 3

Being assertive means asking for what you want or need in a respectful, calm, and firm way. It’s the best way for learners to ask for what they need!