Coping Skills
To release anger by running or working out
Exercise
Crying and frowning
Sad :(
Your mom tells you that you can't play on your electronics.
Say, "okay" and/or accept the answer.
What do you call a dinosaur that is sleeping?
A dino-SNORE!
to talk to a therapist or counselor
Therapy/Counseling
Screaming, clenched fists, throwing things, crying, red face
mad/anger
A kid at school calls you a bad name.
Walk away, tell a teacher, ignore them.
Why did the teddy bear say no to dessert?
Because she was stuffed.
To use your creativity to paint, draw, or write
Art
Smiling, laughing, dancing
Happy :)
Your best friend is really upset, what can you do to help him calm down?
What does a cloud wear under his raincoat?
ThUNDERWEAR
to put your thoughts down on paper
Journaling
racing thoughts, stomachache, fast heart-rate, sweaty hands
Nervous/Anxious/Worried
You're younger sibling broke your favorite toy on purpose.
Share your feelings with them safely/nicely, talk to mom&dad, ask for an apology
Why did the cookie go to the doctor’s office?
He was feeling crummy.
The person you can turn to when you are need someone
Caregiver/mom/dad/grandparent/trusted adult
Share one thing that has made you upset in the past week.
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Say, "okay" and do my homework without whining.
How do you get a tissue to dance?
You put a little boogie into it.