Name That Feeling
Triggers and Reactions
Cool-Down Strategies
100

What signs show that someone is angry?

Red face, clenched fists, fast heartbeat.

100

What is a trigger?

Something that causes you to feel angry.

100

Name one calm-down strategy.

Deep breathing, ask for a break, walk away, count

200

What is the difference between being mad and being frustrated?

Mad = strong anger; frustrated = upset when things don’t go your way

200

Name one common anger trigger at school.

Someone popping my bubble, being teased, losing a game

200

What can counting to ten do when you’re angry?

It gives your brain time to calm down before reacting

300

Name one positive reason we feel anger.

It helps us know something feels unfair or wrong.

300

What happens in your body when you get angry?

Muscles tense, heart races, face feels hot

300

How can talking to an adult help when you’re mad?

They can help you problem-solve or listen

400

What are two emotions you might feel before anger?

Hurt, embarrassed, disappointed

400

What can happen if we react without thinking when angry?

We might hurt someone’s feelings or get in trouble

400

What can you squeeze to help calm yourself down?

Stress ball, stuffy

500

True or False: It’s bad to feel angry.

False

500

What can help you notice when you’re about to lose your temper?

Paying attention to your body signals or self-talk

500

Describe the “Stop, Think, Act” strategy.

Stop: Pause; Think: Choose best response; Act: Use it calmly

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