Coping skills
Squeezing a squishy ball, playing with putty, or clicking a fidget cube can help release extra energy caused by this emotion
Anxiety
What is mindfulness?
Being aware of your thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment (or something similar)
What does it mean to be a good friend?
Can be anything related to being kind, respectful, honest, etc.
What is the tallest animal in the world?
A giraffe
This popular toy is a little brick that you can click together to build almost anything
Legos
No because...
When should you use mindfulness skills?
You can use them any time!
What is something you can do when your friend is upset?
Multiple answers
How many arms does a starfish have?
5 arms!
Is the sun a planet or a star?
A star
What is a coping skill?
Skills that people use to help deal with stressful/ frustrating situations (or a similar answer)
What are some examples of mindfulness that you have learned?
Yoga, breathing, coloring, taking space, quiet moments, etc.
When you are upset with a friend, how should you let them know?
Multiple correct answers
This spotted animal is the fastest animal on land
A cheetah
What is the smallest kind of dog?
A chihuahua
This coping skill involves writing down your private thoughts, worries, or frustrating moments in a notebook to get them out of your head
Journaling
Instead of ignoring a bad mood, mindfulness teaches you to do this to the feeling
Notice it/Name it
True or False: A good friend will always agree with everything you say and never have an opposing opinion.
False
This animal is the slowest moving animal on land, taking minutes to move just a few feet
A Sloth
What is the name of tall, ancient monument structures that were built in Ancient Egypt
Pyramids
Name three (3) healthy coping skills that you can use when feeling frustrated
Positive coping skills include:
Taking deep breaths, asking for a break, using a fidget, asking an adult for help, taking space expectedly, etc.
Give us an example of a breathing technique you can use when practicing mindfulness
If you accidentally ruin your friend's favorite toy, you should immediately say this word and try to fix it.
Sorry
What is another name for a baby kangaroo?
Jupiter