Interrupting Social Skills

When should you raise your hand in class?

• Whenever you want to talk?

• Only when the teacher asks?

• Before sharing your thoughts

• When you are bored

Why is it important to not interrupt others?

• It makes people happy

• It helps everyone hear each other

• It makes class more fun

• It doesn't matter

What should you say before interrupting politely?

• "I’m bored!"

• "Excuse me, but…"

• "Listen to me!"

• "I don’t care!"

What can you do if you want to jump into a conversation?

• Yell out your opinion

• Wait for a break in the conversation

• Ignore what others are saying

• Talk over everyone

When is it okay to interrupt?

• Anytime you want

• When the speaker is pausing to breathe

• When you want attention

• When someone is talking too much

What is a good way to get someone's attention before speaking?

• Make loud noises

• Make eye contact

• Wave your arms around

• Stand up and shout

What is an interruption?

• A way to help others?

• Something that stops what we are doing?

• A kind of noise?

• A friendly conversation?

What is an interruption?

• A way to help others

• Something that stops what we are doing

• A kind of noise

• A friendly conversation