Fun animal & insect trivia questions
🐝 When a bee feels threatened, what might it do to protect itself?
It may sting. Just like people, animals sometimes react when they feel scared or threatened.
What is anxiety?
Explain it in your own words.
Anxiety is when my brain and body start to worry about something, even if I’m not sure anything bad is going to happen. It can make me feel nervous, scared, shaky, or have lots of ‘what if?’ thoughts. Sometimes my body feels like it is in danger even when I’m actually safe.
Name one thing you're good at in school.
Name one hobby or sport you're good at.
Examples:
Math, Read, Writing, Spelling
Examples:
Cheer, Football, Basketball, Baseball, Video-Game, Biking, HikingInstead of just answering these, demonstrate the skill.
Take 3 slow breaths.
Practice Candle Breathing.
Your brain wants to play while you're supposed to do homework. What could you do to help yourself focus?
I could tell myself, ‘First homework, then play!’ I could put away distractions, work for 10–15 minutes, and then take a short break or play when I finish. 🎮📚
🐢 What does a turtle do when it feels scared or unsafe?
It pulls into its shell. This is like taking a break or finding a safe space when we feel overwhelmed.
Your teacher says, "We're having a test tomorrow." Your brain says, "I'm going to fail!"
Is that a fact or an anxious thought?
*If an anxious thought turn it into a helpful thought.
Anxious thought.
More helpful thoughts;
Name something you like about yourself that has nothing to do with being good at school or sports.
My hair, my personality, my laugh, my humor
Name 5 things you can see in the room.
Make it harder and select a color. Name 10 _____ things within 30 seconds.
:)
Name one thing that can make it harder for your ADHD brain to focus.
Example: Answers will vary.
Lots of noise or distractions around me can make it harder for my ADHD brain to focus.
What animal can release a strong smell when it feels threatened?
A skunk! This is one way it protects itself when it feels scared or in danger.
Name two things anxiety can make your body do.
Your friend is really good at something you're not good at. Does that mean they're better than you?
No! Everyone is good at different things. Just because my friend is better at something doesn’t mean they’re better than me. I have my own strengths and things I’m good at too!
Show me what your body looks like when it's really tense.Now show me what it looks like when it's calm.
1. Show me your TENSE body! 😠
“Make your whole body as tight as you can. Squeeze your fists, scrunch your shoulders, tighten your face, and make your body stiff!”
Hold for 5 seconds.
2. Now show me your CALM body! 😌
“Let everything relax. Drop your shoulders, loosen your hands, relax your face, and take a slow breath.”
You have a huge assignment and don't know where to start. What's one thing you could do?
You could break the assignment into smaller steps and start with just the first step. I don’t have to do everything at once! 💪📚
What might a dog do when it feels happy and excited to see you?
It may wag its tail, jump, play, or have a relaxed, wiggly body.
Anxiety says: "Everyone is going to laugh at me."
What's one more helpful thought you could tell yourself?
“I might feel nervous, but I don’t know what everyone is thinking. I can be myself and do my best.”
What is something you can do that you couldn't do a year ago?
You're feeling really overwhelmed. Pick two coping skills you could use.
Examples:
You're getting really restless during class. Name two appropriate ways you could help your body get some movement.
I could quietly stretch in my seat or wiggle my feet/legs under my desk. If I’m allowed, I could also ask for a quick movement break. 🧠💪
What does a caterpillar eventually become, and what can this teach us about change?
A butterfly! 🦋 It reminds us that change can feel strange or uncomfortable, but it can also lead to something wonderful.
You're nervous about trying something new. Your anxiety says, "Don't do it!" What are 3 things you could do instead of listening to anxiety?
Take a deep breath
Talk to an adult about it
Grounding work (5-4-3-2-1)
Color "I Spy"
Color/ or Draw
Imagine your best friend makes a mistake and says, "I'm so stupid!" What would you say to your friend?
Then flip it:
"Would you be willing to say that same kind thing to yourself?"
You're at school and anxiety suddenly gets really big. You can't leave the classroom.
Create a 30-second calm-down plan you could use without anyone noticing.
I would take a slow breath in and slowly blow it out. Then I would put my feet flat on the floor and quietly tell myself, ‘I am safe. This feeling will pass. I can handle it.’ I would focus on something I can see and keep taking slow breaths until I feel calmer.”
You have 5 things to do after school and feel overwhelmed. Create a game plan for getting them done.
First, I would make a list of the 5 things I need to do. Then I would pick the most important one and do that first. I’d break the bigger jobs into smaller steps and take a short break when I need one. I can remind myself, ‘One thing at a time!