Positive Self-Talk
Please give an example of Positive Self Talk
Many options
Tired, Bored
Blue
This tool involves moving your finger as you breathe. It is in the shape of a number
Lazy 8 Breathing
The Bee
This Kindergarten teacher is always very cheerful!
Ms. Stevens
Another example of positive self-talk
Many examples.
Anxious, Worried
Yellow
This tool involves placing your hands on a wall and pushing
Wall push
Vermont is know as the ______ Mountain State
Green
Ms. Grykien
Is it important for us to understanding and compassionate toward ourselves.
Is it okay if we mess up?
Absolutely
Calm, Relaxed
Green
You can do this regulation activity each day at recess.
Swinging, running, deep breathing, talking with someone about your feelings.
What is your favorite place to eat in Essex Junction?
Many answers....
This teacher taught at South Burlington and Hinesburg School before coming to Hiawatha
Mr. B
Many examples.
Is it okay to be in the red zone sometimes?
Yes, we will all be in the red zone sometimes.
This regulation tool involves saying good things to yourself.
Positive Self-Talk
Whole School SEL Morning Meeting with Mrs. Weston
This person, who works at Hiawatha School, really likes cows.
Mr. Lester
When you think of a person in your life who is positive, what makes them positive?
Many examples
When my feelings start to get out of control, could that create problems?
Yes. Regulating our feelings serves to help our emotions get more in control.
This regulation tool involves using a pencil and paper.
Coloring, drawing, or journaling.
This person, who works in the school, loves hearts.
Mrs. Nielson
This teacher at Hiawatha School held the school record at Middlebury College for discus for many years.
She also placed second in the state for 4 years in discus as a High Schooler.
Ms. Weston