Students in Mrs. Dunn’s 2nd grade classroom participated in a whole class guidance lesson on being a good friend. They learned the 4 steps to delivering an “I Message”. “I Messages” are appropriate responses to give others when feeling frustrated, hurt, or uncomfortable by their words or actions. After learning the 4 steps, students practiced giving the messages to each other. I-Messages encompass all 4 of the B.E.S.T. expectations of CGS.
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WHAT
YOU SAY:
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WHAT
YOU DO:
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1. I feel…
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Look at the person, Say the person’s
name, Tell how you feel
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2. When…
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Tell the person exactly what he or she
did or said that bothered you
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3. Because…
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Describe how the person’s actions or
words have hurt you
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4. I want…
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Tell the person what you would like him/her
to do
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*Remember to use a strong, calm voice when speaking (NO YELLING! –or the “I-Message” will not work!)
