Big or Little
You spilled milk at lunch?
Small problem. Nobody is in dnger, scared, or worried.
Big problem or little problem? Your headphones broke while you were using them?
Little Problem. You're not scared or worried, you're not in danger. What can you do?
What does the "A" stand for in B.A.R.K.?
Big Problem - You are in danger. Get out and call 911.
Which ZONE are you in when you are calm and relaxed?
Green
You are upset because a teacher yelled at you for no reason. Name a tool from your toolbox you can use.
ANSWERS VARY
Someone close to you was involved in a big car accident.
Big problem - You should talk to someone about it.
Big problem or little problem? You didn't get called on when you raised your hand.
Little problem - You are not in danger, worried or scared. What can you do?
Name a BARK rule for the hallway?
Walk, talk appropriately and at a good volume, keep hands to yourself, be respectful, etc.
What ZONE are you in if you are sad?
BLUE
Which problems can you solve on your own? (Big or Little
Little
If you are in danger?
Big problem - Tell an adult
Big or Little problem? You saw that a child making another child feel scared, threatened and worried.
This is a big problem, so you should tell the nearest adult. It's a big problem because someone feels scared and worried.
I came to class with all my supplies, I sat up properly in my seat, and I'm ready to learn. What BARK letter did I do?
BE PREPARED
Which ZONE are you in if you are tired?
BLUE
Name one of the breathing techniques we learned in class.
LAZY 8 , 6 Sides of Breathing
If you can solve it on your own?
Little problem. No one is in danger, worried or scared.
Big or Little problem? Noah, your best friend, said he is mad at you.
Little Problem - You may feel sad and want to talk to someone but you are not in danger.
What does the "K" stand for in B.A.R.K.?
KEPP LEARNING
What ZONE are you in if you are "Ready to Learn"?
GREEN
The FIRST thing you should do whenever you have a problem is......
Take a deep breath.
If the problem is solved quickly?
Little Problem - You are not in danger, worried or scared.
Big problem or little problem? The teacher forgot to pass out treats.
Little problem-- No one is in danger. What would you do?
Name something good you did this week that would deserve a "BARK OUT".
Answers Vary
What ZONE are you in if you are embarrassed?
YELLOW
Why is important for everyone to have a toolbox when they are having a problem?
So we can handle the problem in the best way.