Read Together
Skill Focus: honest words, asking for help, staying calm, and making safe choices at home and in the community.
1
Sometimes I make mistakes.
Sometimes I make a mistake or feel worried. I can stop, breathe, and get calm.
2
I tell the truth.
Telling the truth helps people understand what happened. Honest words help others help me.
3
I do not tell a lie.
A lie can make it harder for people to help me. I can stop and choose honest words.
4
I can say what happened.
I can say, “I made a mistake,” “I need help,” or “I am sorry.”
5
Honest words help solve problems.
When I tell the truth, my caregiver can help me solve the problem. Honesty makes help easier.
6
Telling the truth is a good choice.
Honest words help my home feel safe, calm, and happy. Telling the truth is a good choice.
5 Ways I Can Be Honest
1Stop and breathe.
2Tell what happened.
3Ask for help.
4Use calm words.
5Solve the problem.
I can tell the truth, ask for help, and make safe choices.
Choose the best answer: A or B
Skill Focus: using honest words, asking for help, staying calm, and making safe choices.
HONEST WORDS
Tell the truth.
SAFE CHOICE
Make a safe choice.
Honest choices help my home feel safe, calm, and happy.