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Good Morning

Once upon a time, in a small village, there was a young boy named Alex. Every morning, as the sun rose, Alex would wake up with a smile on his face and say, 'Good morning' to everyone he met. His cheerful greeting brightened up the day for everyone in the village.

What did Alex say every morning?

  • A) Good night
  • B) Good morning
  • C) Hello
  • D) Goodbye
Morning scene with sunrise and smiling people, vibrant colors.

One day, Alex noticed that an elderly lady named Mrs. Adams lived alone. He decided to visit her and say 'Good morning' to make her day brighter. As they spoke, Mrs. Adams shared stories about her youth, and Alex listened attentively.

Why did Alex visit Mrs. Adams?

  • A) To bring her breakfast
  • B) To borrow something
  • C) To say 'Good morning'
  • D) To play a game
Young boy, cheerful, smiling face, vibrant clothing and Elderly lady, kind eyes, gentle smile, warm-colored clothing talking, warm colors, friendly atmosphere.

Alex realized the power of listening. He started paying attention to his friends and family, truly hearing their words and understanding their feelings. This deepened his relationships and made him a trusted confidant.

What did Alex realize about listening?

  • A) It is powerful
  • B) It is unnecessary
  • C) It is useless
  • D) It is boring
Young boy, cheerful, smiling face, vibrant clothing listening to friends and family, understanding emotions, vibrant colors.

In school, Alex's listening skills impressed his teachers. They noticed how he understood instructions well and helped his classmates who struggled. Alex became known as the go-to person for assistance.

Why did Alex become known as the go-to person in school?

  • A) He was good at sports
  • B) He understood instructions well
  • C) He was a troublemaker
  • D) He had many friends
Young boy, cheerful, smiling face, vibrant clothing helping classmates, attentive listening, school environment.

As Alex grew older, he became a successful lawyer. His ability to listen attentively made him an excellent advocate for his clients. People admired his sincerity and trustworthiness.

What profession did Alex choose?

  • A) Teacher
  • B) Chef
  • C) Lawyer
  • D) Doctor
Young boy, cheerful, smiling face, vibrant clothing in a courtroom, listening to clients, representing justice, professional attire.

Alex never stopped saying 'Good morning' and listening to others. It remained his daily reminder to spread kindness and understanding. The village recognized his contributions and honored him with an annual 'Good Morning Day' celebration.

What did the village celebrate in honor of Alex?

  • A) National Listening Day
  • B) Good Morning Day
  • C) Alex's Birthday
  • D) Friendship Day
Young boy, cheerful, smiling face, vibrant clothing with a crowd celebrating 'Good Morning Day,' festive colors, joyful atmosphere.

Social-Emotional Learning Question: How can listening improve your relationships with others?

How can listening improve your relationships with others?

  • A) By interrupting and not paying attention
  • B) By dominating the conversation
  • C) By being selfish and not caring about their feelings
  • D) By showing empathy and understanding
A thought bubble depicting a diverse group of people speaking and listening.

Social-Emotional Learning Question: What are some ways you can practice good listening?

What are some ways you can practice good listening?

  • A) By interrupting and finishing people's sentences
  • B) By playing with your phone while someone is talking
  • C) By daydreaming and not paying attention
  • D) By giving full attention, taking notes, and maintaining eye contact
A thought bubble with images of a person giving full attention, taking notes, and maintaining eye contact.

Social-Emotional Learning Question: How do you feel when someone listens to you attentively?

How do you feel when someone listens to you attentively?

  • A) Happy and valued
  • B) Embarrassed and shy
  • C) Annoyed and frustrated
  • D) Ignored and unimportant
A thought bubble with a smiling person speaking and another person listening with interest.

Reflection Questions

  • How can listening improve your relationships with others?
  • What are some ways you can practice good listening?
  • How do you feel when someone listens to you attentively?

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