This is something you can do first when you feel angry.
What is take a deep breath?
“I feel ___ when ___ because ___.” These are called…
What are I-statements?
This means working out a problem together.
What is solving a conflict?
This emotion might make you smile and laugh.
What is happy?
This is when you slowly breathe in and out.
What is deep breathing?
This part of your body might feel tight when you're angry.
What are muscles / fists / jaw?
“I feel mad when you take my pencil because ___.”
What is it’s mine / I need it?
This is when both people agree on a solution.
What is compromise?
This emotion might make you want to cry.
What is sad?
This strategy means taking a short break to calm down.
What is a timeout / break? If you need this, just tell your teacher!
This is a safe way to release anger.
What is talk to someone / take a break / exercise?
Which is better:
A) “You’re so annoying!”
B) “I feel frustrated when you interrupt me.”
What is B?
Name one step to solve a problem.
(talk it out, listen, calm down, think of solutions)
This feeling can happen before a test.
What is nervous?
Name one thing you can do to calm down at school.
(draw, read, talk to teacher, breathe)
True or False: It’s okay to feel angry, but not okay to hurt others.
What is true?
What is the goal of an I-statement?
What is solve problems calmly / express feelings respectfully?
True or False: Ignoring a problem always makes it better.
What is false
This means understanding how someone else feels.
What is empathy?
This means thinking of something peaceful or happy.
What is visualization?
Name one warning sign your body gives when you’re getting angry.
(heart racing, clenched fists, hot face)
Create your own I-statement for this: Someone cuts in line.
(student answers)
You and a friend both want the same ball. What’s a fair solution?
(take turns, play together)
Why is it important to talk about your feelings?
(helps others understand, solves problems, feels better)
Why is it important to calm down before solving a problem?
(so you make good choices)