Transcript
0:00 Ask with respect. That's what I hear you saying. You want her to ask respectfully instead of take it? So tell her I don't like it when you take it. I want you to ask when you want to turn. Are you willing to ask? Are you willing to do that? Okay, so, Victoria, it's just one simple thing. You can do it, and we'll let you. So, you ready? Here it goes. Want me to help you with your boys?
0:21 May I have a turn with a rope? I'd like to swing, too, and I'll give it to you when you're done. Okay, Wait a minute. Wait a minute. Wait. Let's use a big voice. I want you to use your big voice so that they hear you. Okay? Use a voice they're gonna listen to. Okay, let's try it again.
0:37 May I have. Go ahead. May I have.
0:40 Look her in the eye.
0:42 May I have the real trick? May I use the gentle trick?
0:51 Well, you offered her a turn because you wanted her to have a turn. You could see that she wanted a turn. And what you were asking for is for are you willing to be respectful when you ask me next time?
1:01 I just didn't want to take it because someone can get hurt.
1:06 It's hard when someone takes something without asking. It feels like your space isn't respected. Right. Cool. So, guys, make a connection. You did it. You went back and did it in a helpful way. Do you want a high five? Do you guys want a handshake? Handshake? You want to. Guys, do it.
1:24 You did it. All
1:25 right. Way to go, you guys. You work.
Summary
- Emphasize the importance of asking respectfully rather than taking.
- Encourage children to express their needs clearly and confidently.
- Use specific phrases like "May I have a turn?" to facilitate polite requests.
- Highlight the significance of eye contact when communicating.
- Acknowledge feelings of frustration when someone takes without asking.
- Reinforce positive interactions through high fives or handshakes after successful communication.
- Promote connection and understanding among peers during play.