School Survival
This is the magical multi-pocketed item you carry on your back that should be cleaned out at least once a week so you don't lose your homework?
What is a backpack?
Typing a message using ONLY THESE LETTERS makes it look like you are aggressively screaming at the person reading it.
What are ALL CAPS?
This 6-letter word refers to information spread about someone's private life that may or may not be true, and usually causes a lot of drama.
What is gossip?
When you feel your anger rising, taking three of these slow, deep actions can physically slow down your racing heart.
What are deep breaths?
This popular video game lets you mine blocks, fight creepers, and build entire worlds out of cubes.
What is Minecraft?
If you are feeling overwhelmed, falling behind in class, or having drama with a friend, this is the most important thing you can do?
What is communicate? ( talk to adult/teacher)
Because things online can be screenshotted and shared, you should never post something you wouldn't want this specific family member to see.
Who is a parent (or grandparent/guardian)?
When a friend is talking to you about a problem, doing this means focusing entirely on them instead of thinking about what you want to say next.
What is listening?
Statements that start with this specific pronoun help you express your feelings without making the other person defensive (e.g., "______feel upset when...")
What is "I" statements?
What is one of Mrs. Davis' favorite things to do?
listen to it rain
Instead of waiting until the morning a project is due, doing a little bit of work each night is a great example of this "T-M" skill.
Time Management
This two-word phrase describes the permanent trail of data, photos, and comments you leave behind every time you use the internet.
What is a digital footprint?
This is the feeling you get when you put yourself in someone else's shoes to understand exactly what they are experiencing.
What is empathy?
Sweating, a racing heart, clenched fists, or a tight stomach are all examples of these kinds of clues your body gives you when you get stressed.
What are physical signs (or warning signs)
The basic school supply has a spine, a colorful face, holds a lot of information, but cannot breathe.
What is a book or a notebook?
This digital tool or paper booklet is where you should write down your daily assignments so you don't have to rely purely on your memory.
What is a planner (or agenda/calendar)?
Doing this to an online bully or someone causing drama in the group chat is the fastest way to stop them from sending you messages.
What is blocking them?
If a group of friends is pressuring you to do something you know is wrong, saying this simple, clear 2-letter words is your best defense.
What is "No"?
This type of "mindset" means you believe your brain can grow smarter and you can get better at hard things through practice.
What is a growth mindset?
It's awareness is emphasized this month?
Bullying
Doing this specific action during class - like taking notes or raising your hand - tells your brain (and your teacher) that you are paying attendtion.
Activie Listening
If a stranger asks for your location, your school name, or your gaming passwords, online, this is the exact number of those details you should share.
What is zero?
A true friend will celebrate your successes, while this type of friend might talk behind your back or make you feel bad about yourself.
What is a toxic friend? ( or fake friend)
Instead of reacting instantly when you are furious, doing this simple mental counting exercise gives you your logical brain time to catch up.
What is counting to 10?
This giant, extinct creature is the mascot of the popular building game where you try to survive on a blocky island, and its name starts with "D".
Dinosaur