Let’s think about this step by step.
The worksheet is asking you to draw and explain
four hand gestures that people use to show they need personal space — meaning, they want some room or don’t want to be touched or crowded right now.
We’re not doing math here — we’re thinking about body language and how people communicate without words.
Step 1: Think of common hand gestures that mean “I need space” or “Stop” or “Back off.”
Here are four good ones:
✔ Gesture 1: Holding up your palm like a stop sign
→ This means “Stop” or “Don’t come closer.” It’s clear and polite.
✔ Gesture 2: Crossing your arms in front of your chest
→ This can mean “I’m closed off” or “I need my own space right now.”
✔ Gesture 3: Taking a step back while holding hands out slightly
→ Shows you’re creating distance physically — it’s a non-verbal cue for more space.
✔ Gesture 4: Pointing two fingers at your eyes, then pointing away (like “I’m watching you, but I need space”) — OR better yet, making a small circle with thumb and index finger and moving it away from your body (meaning “give me some room”).
Wait — let’s pick the clearest, most universal ones that kids would understand and use.
Better set:
1. 🖐️ Palm forward — “Stop” or “Hold on”
2. 🤷 Arms crossed — “I need space” or “Not now”
3. 👣 Step back + hands out — “Please give me room”
4. ✋ Hand raised high — “I need a break” or “Too close!”
Now, for each one, write what it’s used for — simple explanation.
Let’s finalize:
Gesture 1: Hold up your open palm toward someone
→ It is used for… telling someone to stop coming closer or to pause.
Gesture 2: Cross your arms over your chest
→ It is used for… showing you feel uncomfortable or need personal space.
Gesture 3: Take a step backward while putting your hands out slightly
→ It is used for… creating physical distance and signaling you need room.
Gesture 4: Raise one hand high like you’re saying “wait”
→ It is used for… asking someone to hold on because you need space or time.
These are all real, everyday gestures people use — even adults!
Final Answer:
You should draw these four hand gestures and write these explanations next to them:
1. Drawing: Open palm facing forward
Explanation: It is used for… telling someone to stop or wait — it shows you need space.
2. Drawing: Arms crossed over chest
Explanation: It is used for… showing you feel closed off or need personal space.
3. Drawing: Stepping back with hands held out slightly
Explanation: It is used for… creating distance and letting others know you need room.
4. Drawing: One hand raised high (like “stop” or “wait”)
Explanation: It is used for… asking someone to pause because you need space or time alone.
Remember: These are non-verbal cues — they help people understand your feelings without you having to say anything.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of personal space boundaries worksheet.
