Social Stories - 28

Jamie and Aiden, usually good friends, got into a heated argument during gym class after Aiden accidentally bumped into Jamie. Jamie felt it was on purpose and got angry, while Aiden tried to explain it was an accident, but Jamie wasn't ready to listen. They both ended up walking away frustrated without resolving the argument.

• I got it ...

• I'm confused ...

Why did Jamie get angry with Aiden?

• Aiden said something mean

• Aiden accidentally bumped into Jamie

• Aiden too Jamie's gym equipment

• Aiden ignored Jamie

How did Aiden try to fix the situation?

• Aiden explained it was an accident

• Aiden ignored Jamie

• Aiden walked away silently

• Aiden laughed at Jamie

What could Jamie have done to understand Aiden's point of view?

• Ask Aiden calmly about what happened

• Shout at Aiden

• Ignore Aiden

• Walk away and not listen

What might help both Jamie and Aiden to resolve the argument?

• Avoid each other for a while

• Take time to cool down and then talk calmly

• Ask another friend to pick sides

• Start another argument

Why is it important for Jamie and Aiden to make up after a fight?

• It helps their friendship stay strong

• So they can avoid each other

• To have others feel sorry for them

• It doesn't really matter