Would you rather
Would you rather work on a school project by yourself or with a group? Explain why.
Your friend looks upset but says “I’m fine.” What is a kind thing you could say or do?
Pretend you are slowly breathing in through your nose and blowing the air out like you’re blowing out birthday candles.
What is deep breathing?
Who in this room played basketball in Portugal and Ireland?
Ms. Jaida
What has hands but cannot clap?
A clock
Would you rather always have to try something new or always do something you already know how to do?
Two people in your group want to be the leader of the activity. What could the group do to solve the problem fairly?
Pretend your body is very tense like a robot, then slowly relax your muscles.
What is muscle relaxation?
Who in this room knows sign language.
Ms. Molly
What kind of lion never roars?
A dandelion
Would you rather be really good at solving problems or really good at helping people feel better?
Someone accidentally bumps into you in the hallway and doesn’t say sorry. What is a calm way you could respond?
Pretend you are sitting quietly, closing your eyes, and listening carefully to sounds around you.
mindful listening
Which one of your teachers has 25 animals?
Ms. Taylor
What kind of tree fits in your hand?
A palm tree
Would you rather always have to sing when you talk or dance everywhere you go?
Your team is losing a game and some teammates start blaming each other. What could you say to help the team?
Pretend you are writing something you are thankful for in a journal.
gratitude journal
Which one of your teachers would go sky diving?
Ms. Kara
What kind of shoes do ninjas wear?
Sneakers
Would you rather help cook dinner or help plan a fun game for friends?
You and a friend disagree about what game to play. What are two ways you could solve the problem?
Pretend you are holding a snack and slowly smelling it, looking at it, and pretending to taste it.
mindful eating
Who in this room has hiked a volcano?
Ms. Lauren
Why did the cookie go to the nurse?
Because it felt crummy