Name That Emoger
I can use this emoger when I feel frustrated and need a break
Take a walk
You just finished your art project and your teacher says it’s amazing. How do you feel? What Emoger matches that?
Celebrate Yourself
You’re nervous before a test. Which Emoger could help you stay calm and focused?
Breathing or other
A classmate drops all their pencils on the floor. What’s the kind thing to do?
Help them pick up their pencils.
Your friend is nervous about giving a class presentation. What advice can you give them to feel more confident?
Take deep breaths, practice beforehand, and remind them they’ve got this.
This Emoger helps us calm down when we’re nervous
Your team wins a class game. What can you do to show your excitement respectfully?
Smile, Hug, Fist Bump, Class handshake
You’re mad after losing a game at recess. What can you do before saying something unkind?
Pause, take a breath, and walk away until you’re calm.
Your friend is sad because they didn’t get picked for a game. What can you do to show kindness?
Sit with them, say something kind, or invite them to play with you.
A classmate is having trouble sharing toys during playtime. What could you coach them to do?
Take turns, use kind words, and ask politely to play together.
Which Emoger reminds us to breathe when overwhelmed?
You and your friend both want to play different games at recess. You want tag, they want soccer. Which emoger can you use?
Meet in the Middle (Play one game first, then the other!)
Your heart is beating fast and your face feels hot — what is your body telling you, and what can you do next?
My body is telling me I’m upset or angry; I can use a calming strategy like deep breathing, counting to ten, or taking space.
Someone new joined your class and doesn’t know anyone. What can you do to help them feel welcome?
Say hello, show them around, or invite them to sit with you.
Your teammate keeps getting upset when they lose. What advice can you give to help them stay positive?
Remind them it’s okay to lose, focus on trying their best, and take a break if they feel frustrated.
Which Emoger represents feeling proud of ourselves?
Celebrate Yourself
Your partner in a project forgot their part, and you think they don’t care. Which emoger might be useful?
Get perspective. (They might have forgotten or needed help.)
You tried calming down, but you still feel angry and want to yell. What should you do next?
Ask an adult for help, take a longer break, or use another calm-down tool that works for you (like drawing, journaling, or movement).
You notice another student being teased at recess. What is the kind and brave thing to do?
Stand up for them, include them, or tell an adult.
A friend feels left out because they didn’t get picked for a game. How could you coach them to handle their feelings?
Talk about how they feel, suggest joining another activity, and remind them it’s not personal.
You’re feeling overwhelmed with your homework and don’t know where to start. Which Emoger strategy can help you calm your mind and organize your thoughts?
Write It Down
During recess, you accidentally bumped into a classmate, and they look upset. You feel nervous about what to say. What’s the best way to handle this using the emoger Talk It Out?
Calmly tell them you’re sorry, explain it was an accident, and listen to how they feel.
Your classmate said something that really hurt your feelings, and you feel like saying something mean back. What’s the best way to calm down before you respond?
ake a deep breath, count to ten, or talk to an adult before reacting
You and your friend both want to play different games, and you start to argue. What’s a kind way to solve the problem?
Meet in the middle — take turns or find a game you both enjoy.
Two classmates are arguing over what game to play during recess. You’re asked to help them solve it. What’s your coaching advice?
Meet in the middle — take turns, compromise, or choose a game that includes both ideas.