Partner practice · Grades K–2
Ask someone to join your game
Practice inviting someone to play and responding to either answer.
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Read the text version
Student page
“Someone is watching us play. I can ask if they want to join.”
At recess
Two kids roll a ball back and forth. Ari watches from the side. Ari might want to play or might just want to watch.
Ask once. Listen to the answer.
Ask
“Want to roll the ball with us?”
If they say yes
“Come sit here. You can roll it next.”
If they say no
“Okay.” Keep playing.
Try it with a partner
One person asks. The other person picks an answer below. Then switch.
Yes, please.
Try a yes and make room.
No, thanks.
Try a no and give space.
No ball needed. You can say the words, point, or watch.
Teacher guide
5 minutes • Show the student page. Pair students.
When to use it
Before recess, centers, or a game where students can make room for someone else.
Why this activity
Students practice a clear invitation and learn that the other child gets to decide.
What to say and do
1. Read the story. Say “Ari gets to choose. Let’s ask once and listen.”
2. Model both endings using the words on the page.
3. Partners try one round each. If time allows, repeat with the other answer.
What to listen or look for
A student asks once and responds to the answer. Making room can mean showing where to sit or offering the next turn. “Okay” is a complete answer to a no.
Background and activity inspiration
https://cfccdn.blob.core.windows.net/static/pdf/free-sel-resources/second-step-free-resources-inclusive-communities.pdf