Diamond Language Speech • Language • Social Skills

Rule #51:

Try to Ignore Others’ Annoying Behavior. Does your child scream "stop" when a fellow student annoys? The only behavior you can change is your own. Remember: The more I ignore, the less annoyed I will be. “Social Rules for Kids”

Rule #77:

Don’t Be a Space Invader. Does your child get too close to you or friends when speaking? People do not like their personal space invaded. Imagine a big bubble around a person’s whole body. I stand out of his/her space bubble. “Social Rules for Kids”

Rule #15:

Get To the Point. Does your child talk on and on using one detail leading to the next detail, leaving the listener confused? In a conversation I need to share the important part with a few details. Why? So the listener will understand, make comments, and ask questions to keep the conversation going. "Social Rules for Kids"

Rule #18:

Choose Someone Who Wants to Be Friends. Does your child know how to choose a friend? Kids can be cliquey. They may want to talk with just their own group. How do you know when someone wants to be a friend? They will listen, nod, smile or grin. “Social Rules for Kids”