Facts about Bubble Thoughts
What is a bubble thought?
Thoughts that we feel like we need to say that may be inappropriate for the situation
"Jeremy is picking his nose and looks stupid"
Bubble thought or not?
bubble thought
What makes something a bubble thought in class but not outside of class?
-the topic of the thought
or
What does it mean to be mindful?
Being aware of yourself and whats around you, focusing your attention and thoughts on just that.
How many students are typically enrolled at the Needham Walker campus
87
What should we do with bubble thoughts?
-keep them inside
-wait for the appropriate time, if any, to say them.
The teacher says, "Take out your pencils it's time for a worksheet." You immediately think "I don't want to do this, pencil's make me cringe, i want to use a pen."
Is this a bubble thought or no? what should you do?
Two students are talking about cartoons. Jeremy likes SpongeBob SquarePants while George likes Danny Phantom. Jeremy thinks "oh i have never heard of that show, i wonder what it's about" while George thinks "wow that is a stupid name for a show." Which is a bubble thought and which is not?
Jeremy is appropriate but George has the bubble thought
What are some mindfulness strategies we can use in school to help us focus or control our emotions?
-Calm breathing
-take a break or walk
-ask for help from a teacher
What are the Walker core values? (name 2)
Child Centered & Family Driven
Safety
Respect
Strengths-based
Excellence
Continuous Learning
What qualities make a bubble thought inappropriate (name 3)
-where are you saying it?
-who are you saying it to?
-what are you saying?
-is it relevant to what's being discussed
Why should you not say bubble thoughts in class?
They could hurt someone's feelings
disrupt the school day and everyone's routines
"Whoa my character just kicked yours to next thursday, boom! Bet you didn't see that coming."
When would this be considered a bubble thought and when would it be considered appropriate? is there a way to make it more appropriate for anyone you are saying it to?
-bubble thought if it is too braggy and may hurt others' feelings
-appropriate if you are playing the game but should be worded differently
What are some mindfulness strategies you can use outside of school?
-Playing a game
-eating or having a drink
-watching a video or taking a break
-breathing strategies
When did the Walker dairy farm start becoming the Walker School?
1927