How does my body Feel?
How does my body feel at point 1 on the scale? (Feelings)
Calm
Happy
Ready to learn
Engaged
Relaxed
What is my body doing when I am at point 1 of the scale
Engaged in task
Listening
Following Instructions
Kind words/ Kind actions
If someone is making an annoying sound and I choose to say nothing and tune it out, which Kelso's choice am I doing?
Ignore it
Will everyone have the same strategies that work for the same feelings?
No, everyone's strategies will look different and be used for the feelings and emotions that fit them
Your teacher says to you "I really appreciate how focused you have been during this math block, looks like you got a lot done". What point of the scale are you at?
Point one of the scale
How does my body feel at point 2 on the scale?
Worried
Anxious
Nervous
Surprised
Silly
Uncomfortable
Tired
Confused
What does my body look like when I am at point 2 of the scale?
Butterflies start in my tummy
Face starts to get warm
Palms of my hands get sweaty
Heart rate increases slightly
Fidgety
Thoughts begin to race
Starting to lose control of body
Someone upset me during soccer at recess, so I went to play with my other friends. Which Kelso's choice did I do?
Go to another game
What strategies do you need at point 1 of the scale?
(2 strategies)
Academic tools
Water bottle
Thinking happy thoughts
May not need anything
What are the 2 ways we can check in with people and see where they are at on the scale?
Verbally - "Hey where you at on the scale?"
Nonverbally - Using our 3,2,1 on our fingers
How does my body feel at point 3 on the scale?
Out of control
Angry
Mad
Scared
Jealous
Embarrassed
Self conscious
What is my body doing or look like when I am at 3 on the scale
Clenched fists
Sweaty
Body shakes
Heart rate high
Red face
Can’t control my body
Crying
Screaming
Swearing
A student’s feelings are hurt when a friend jokingly calls him a name. The student says, “When you call me names, I feel hurt and I want you to stop.” Which Kelso's choice did they use?
Talk it out
What might I need at point 2 of the scale?
A fidget - distract/ spin/ roll
Something to get my mind off what's wrong
Taking deep breaths
Journaling
Talking to an adult
Taking 5 in the calming corner
A walk
Where on the 3 point scale are we able to help others and problem solve positively?
Point one on the scale.
A student is bouncing in their chair, talking quickly, and giggling non stop, where are they on the 3 point scale?
They are at 2 on the 3 point scale
I keep playing with things in my desk and chatting with my friends while my teacher is talking. What point am I on the scale?
Point 2 of the 3 point scale
Two girls want to play different games at recess. Which Kelso's choice should they use to help solve their problem?
Make a deal
What strategies might help me at point 3 of the scale?
A walk/ Physical exercise
A friend/ parent/ teacher/ CYCW
Fidget - Squeeze/stretch/move
A book/time to read
Game
Space and time away
What is a strategy/Tool that Ms. W mentioned that can work at both point 2 & 3 of the scale, you just use them in different ways.
Fidget tools
Will my body feel the same as my friends or classmates when experiencing a specific emotion?
No. You might have similar experiences but everyone's body will feel their feelings/emotions in their own ways.
My teeth are clenched, my eyebrows are squeezed together, and I’m glaring. What point of the scale am I on?
Point 3 of the scale
How do we use the Kelso's choice of Apologizing correctly and how do we accept an apology?
"I am sorry for_______"
Thank you for your apology please don't_________ again"
Will the same strategies work on every level of the 3 point scale?
No, we need different strategies for different emotions and feelings.
You throw your hands up, push someone away, or kick your feet because you missed a goal in soccer. What point are you on the scale?
I am at 3 on the scale