Feelings in the North Pole
Name a feeling an elf might feel if Santa criticizes their work.
Sad, embarrassed, frustrated, nervous, disappointed.
A kid grabs a toy from another kid because they don't want to wait their turn. Is it a naughty or nice choice?
Naughty choice- it ignores others and is not practicing using impulse control.
Where does Santa Claus live?
The North Pole
Why might someone feel upset even if they got what they wanted?
Expectations weren't met or they felt overwhelmed.
What is one thing about the holidays that can be stressful for kids?
Loud noises, busy schedules, too many people, change in routine, or expectations.
What feeling can look like anger but is actually something else underneath?
Sadness, fear, embarrassment or disappointment.
Someone feels angry and yell instead of using words. Why is this a naughty choice?
Yelling can hurt others and doesn't solve the problem.
What is Frosty the Snowman’s nose made out of?
A button
If a kid looks angry, what other feelings might they actually be feeling inside?
Sad, hurt, embarrassed, or worried.
Disappointed, frustrated, confused, or upset.
How can excitement and anxiety feel similar In the body?
Both can cause a fast heart, butterflies, shaky body or energy - the difference is the thoughts.
A kid feels left out and you go ask them to join you. Is this a naughty or nice choice?
Nice! It is kind to include others
How many times does Santa check his list to determine who is “naughty” and who is “nice”?
Twice
Someone didn't say hi back. What is one feeling this could cause?
Hurt, confused, sad, mad, lonely, or rejected.
If you feel overwhelmed at a holiday event, name on thing you could do to help yourself.
Take a break, use breathing techniques, ask for help, get water, or step outside.
Describe a time a happy event caused a tough feeling and explain why.
Example: "I was excited for Christmas but felt overwhelmed because there were too many people."
Santa is overwhelmed and loses his temper with an elf. What would be a nice choice Santa could use?
Pause, calm down, explain feelings, take a break, or ask for help!
What are the names of Santa's reindeer?
Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen and Rudolph.
Two kids experience the same event, but feel different. Why might this happen
they have different thoughts, experiences, or expectations.
Santa planned to deliver presents quickly, but a reindeer gets sick. What is a smart problem-solving step Santa could take?
Ask for help, make a new plan
How can ignoring a feeling make it stronger later?
It can build up, explode later, or come out as anger.
Why do people sometimes make naughty choices even when they know better?
Strong emotions, stress, tiredness, or lack of coping skills can take over.
What is the name of the Who child who catches the Grinch stealing Christmas?
Cindy Lou Who
Why is it better to ask someone how they feel instead of guessing?
Guessing can be cause misunderstandings; asking helps us understand and respond kindly.
Why is being flexible important during the holidays?
Plans do not always go as expected, and flexibility helps stress and big reactions.