A.I., Robotics & Digital Fluency
The ability to lead projects or people, clearly setting the course, providing explicit instructions, and maintaining close oversight to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
Action Items
(Emphasize trust, respect, and effective communication)
Teach Social Skills
Key Tangible Social Skills for Kids
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Active Listening:
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Make eye contact.
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Nod.
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Face the speaker.
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Say "Mmm-hmm."
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Ask clarifying questions.
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Respecting Personal Space:
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Keep appropriate distance.
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Stop immediately if told "no."
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Initiating & Joining:
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Use greetings.
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Smile.
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Observe a group first.
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Ask to join.
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Offer contributions.
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Polite Language:
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Say "Please."
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Say "Thank You."
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Say "Excuse Me."
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Say "I'm sorry."
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Expressing Emotions:
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Use "I feel" statements.
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Take deep breaths when upset.
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Use words instead of actions.
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Order Food at Restaurants
Having kids order their own food at restaurants offers a valuable, real-world opportunity to build social skills. This simple act encourages clear communication, as they must articulate their choices to be understood. It also fosters confidence as they interact with an unfamiliar adult, practice polite language ("please" and "thank you"), and learn to make their needs known. Furthermore, it helps them understand social cues from the server and navigate a common public interaction, preparing them for future independent communication.
Emphasize effective communication: eye contact, clear speech, active listening.
Participate in Team Sports
The coach is the key but parents can emphasize the value of "team."
Emphasize trust, respect, and effective communication.
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