Coping Skills
This strategy helps calm your body when you feel nervous.
What is taking deep breaths
A good first step to making a new friend is saying this.
What is “Hi” or “Hello”?
This trusted adult helps you in class every day.
Who is your teacher?
This is the pronoun you want people to use for you.
What are my pronouns?
If someone bumps into you, it’s kind to say this instead of getting mad.
What is “That’s okay”?
Writing your feelings in this can help when you’re overwhelmed.
What is a journal?
Sharing these, like Pokémon cards or jokes, can bring kids together.
What are interests?
If you get lost at school, you can ask one of these adults in the hallway.
Who is a staff member or teacher?
Wearing clothes that match who you are gives you this feeling.
What is comfort or confidence?
If a classmate is mean, it’s best to tell this person.
Who is a teacher or adult?
This is a short break you can take when your mind feels too full.
What is a brain break?
This skill means taking turns talking and listening.
What is conversation?
If you feel sick, you should ask to visit this person.
Who is the nurse?
When you say something kind to yourself, it’s called this.
What is self-talk?
When you and a friend both want the same toy, you can solve it by doing this
What is taking turns?
When school feels stressful, listening to your favorite ___ can help.
What is music?
If you want to play a game, it’s kind to ask this first.
What is “Can I join?”
When you don’t understand homework, you can ask this person at home.
Who is a parent or caregiver?
True or False: There is only one way to be a boy or girl.
What is False?
This is what you say when you make a mistake that hurts someone.
What is “I’m sorry”?
This positive statement, like “I am strong,” can remind you of your strengths.
What is an affirmation?
Friends show this by standing up for each other.
What is support?
When you feel sad or worried, this adult can help you talk it out.
Who is the counselor?
This word means being proud of who you are.
What is self-esteem?
This skill means looking at a problem and thinking of more than one solution.
What is brainstorming?