Coping skills
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.
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
Why do clouds look white?
Because of the sun!
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
How many wings does a bee have?
4!
What is the smallest kind of dog?
A chihuahua
Telling yourself "I got this!" is an example of a coping skill called...
Positive self talk
Give us an example of a breathing technique you can use when practicing mindfulness
Show the class
When you see someone new at school, how should you introduce yourself?
Hi, my name is ___, what's your name? (or something similar)
This animal is able to stand on its tail
A kangaroo
What are the primary colors?
Red, blue, and yellow
Name three (3) unhealthy coping skills that you should not use when feeling frustrated or upset
Negative coping skills:
Physical aggression, verbal aggression, elopement, yelling, property destruction, etc.
Are you being mindful when you are screaming at a peer or teacher?
No because...
True or False: Laughing at someone when they are embarrassed is a nice thing to do
False
How many eyes do caterpillars have?
12!
What were Mickey Mouse's first words?
Hot Dog!