Froggy Jumps Communication Style Froggy JumpsOnline version Therapist activity to help kids and adolescents identify effective ways to communicate their needs. by Cassie Herring 1 A friend showed up at your house uninvited. Usually you would be happy to let them in, but this time you’re busy. What is an assertive way to respond? a "I would like to hang out with you, but I can't right now. Can you come back tomorrow?" b "What are you doing here? Don't you see that I'm busy? You're so annoying!" c "I was doing something important, but I guess you can come in. Maybe I'll have time to do it later." 2 Your friend asks to borrow your favorite game. This will be a big inconvenience for you. a "Umm, yeah. I guess that's fine. Do you want to keep it for a week?" b "Borrow my game?! Do you think of anyone but yourself?!" *Rolls eyes* c "I was planning to use it, so I can't give it to you now, but I can lend it to you next week." 3 You've been asked to complete chores, but you are doing your homework. a "I'm doing my homework right now. Can I do my chores in five minutes?" b "I hate you! Are chores all you care about? c "Why do I have to do it? I'm busy! You do it if you want it done so bad!" 4 Someone you care about has broken something that you own. a "Now look what you did! My day is ruined! It's all your fault!" b "I'm sad. But I know you didn't mean to break it. Mistakes happen. Let's find a solution together." c You notice the broken item. You are very upset. But you never say anything about it. 5 You have been assigned a project at school with someone you don't like. a "THEM? Really?! You couldn't put me with ANYBODY ELSE?" b Roll your eyes, shake your head, and cross your arms. You ignore your teacher and partner c Go to your teacher after class. "I don't work very well with [name]. Can I have another partner?"
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