Assertive Communication
Use assertive communication — expressing needs, opinions, and boundaries clearly and respectfully without being aggressive (pushy/demanding) or passive (giving in/staying silent) — including saying no when something doesn't feel right
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If friends want your child to do something they're uncomfortable with — like excluding another child or breaking a rule — can your child say 'I don't want to do that' firmly but politely?
Use assertive communication — expressing needs, opinions, and boundaries clearly and respectfully without being aggressive (pushy/demanding) or passive (giving in/staying silent) — including saying no when something doesn't feel right
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Check understanding
- Explain the difference between assertive, aggressive, and passive responses
- Role-play saying no in a peer pressure scenario
- Express a personal boundary clearly and respectfully in a real situation
“If friends want your child to do something they're uncomfortable with — like excluding another child or breaking a rule — can your child say 'I don't want to do that' firmly but politely?”
Curriculum record
- Type
- Procedural
- Subject
- Personal & Social Development
- Domain
- Friendship & Cooperation
- Age range
- Ages 9–11
Standards