Coping Skills
Name three things you can do to calm down when you're upset.
Take deep breaths, count to 10, take a walk, ask for help, etc.
What should you say when you meet someone?
Hello, good morning, hi, how are you, etc.
A good friend listens and is also...
Kind, caring, etc.
If someone wants a hug, what should they do first?
Ask for permission.
Name three foods that are fruits.
Apple, banana, strawberry, watermelon, etc.
Name one healthy way to handle stress.
Exercise, listening to music, watching TV, reading a book, talking to someone, drawing, coloring, etc.
What should you do when someone else is talking?
Listen, wait your turn to speak, maintain eye contact, etc.
If you make a mistake with a friend, what can you say?
I'm sorry, apologize, ask what you said that hurt their feelings, etc.
Is it okay to say "no" if something makes you uncomfortable?
Yes.
Finish the saying: April showers bring May ____.
Flowers.
True or False: It is okay to ask for help when you're feeling overwhelmed.
True.
If someone is sad, what is a kind thing to do?
Ask if they are okay, listen, offer support, give them space if needed or asked, etc.
Honest, respectful, kind, trustworthy, caring, etc.
What should you do if someone keeps touching you after you said "no"?
Tell a trusted individual or staff member.
Name five things that are yellow.
Taxi cab, banana, highlighter, lemon, etc.
You are getting frustrated. What should you do before reacting?
Pause, breathe, think, ask for help, walk away, etc.
If you accidentally interrupt someone, what should you say or do?
"Excuse me", let them finish, etc.
True or False: Healthy relationships have respect on both sides.
True.
Is it okay to keep a secret is someone is being hurt?
Name five things you need to take on a road trip.
Toothbrush, body wash, clothes, socks, under garments, etc.
Name three physical symptoms that you feel when you are angry.
Your friend wants to play a game that you don't like. How can you respond politely?
No thank you, maybe another game, etc.
Someone keeps asking to borrow money, and you don't want to let them borrow it. What can you say?
No, I am not comfortable lending money.
Name one example of a personal boundary.
Privacy, personal space, saying no, keeping passwords private, etc.
Name five things that start with the letter "B".
Bike, branch, bingo, belly, brown, etc.