Recognizing Emotions
What is something that makes you SAD?
Others being mean, trouble at school or at home, arguing with friends, pollution, etc. (will depend on who is answering)
Wild Winston is at recess, but he keeps yawning and putting his head down on any table he can find. Why might Wild Winston be feeling TIRED?
He might not have gotten enough sleep, maybe he went to bed too late or got up too early
Beffrey Jezos keeps eating all the fish food and chasing Senor Pickle around the fish tank. Senor Pickle hides whenever Beffrey is near. How might Senor Pickle be feeling?
Scared, nervous, picked on, frustrated with Beffrey.
Show me how you would look if you were CONFUSED
Crunched up eyebrows, maybe open or twisted up mouth, saying "ummmmmmmm"
What is something you do to make yourself feel better when you are SAD?
(will depend on the person)
How do you know when you are HAPPY?
Smiling, feeling good inside, feeling warm and fuzzy, having lots of energy, wide eyes, saying nice things (will depend on who is answering)
Imagine that it's Friday. Why might you be feeling EXCITED?
The weekend is near, there's no school, you might have fun plans, you get to sleep in, movie day at the Club, no Power Hour
Tiny Tim broke Big Brad's Lego car. Big Brad stomped away with his fists clenched and grumbled something under his breath. What emotion might Big Brad be feeling?
Anger, frustration, disappointment
What is an appropriate emotional response to someone saying they don't like your favorite band?
You could ignore them, or just say "okay" because it's fine to be interested in different things. You could also change the subject so you don't argue or find a band you both like.
Who is someone who can help you when you don't understand your homework and are feeling FRUSTRATED?
A friend, your teacher, parents, Club staff, siblings, etc.
When was the last time you were ANGRY at school?
(will depend on who is answering)
Average Allen just got his report card. He looked at it, then immediately put his head down and wouldn't talk to anyone. Why might Average Allen be feeling DISAPPOINTED?
He may have gotten a bad grade or comment from his teacher
Tiny Tim broke Big Brad's Lego car. Tiny Tim stopped playing, sat in a corner by himself, and wouldn't look at Big Brad or the broken car. What emotion might Tiny Tim be feeling?
Guilty, upset with himself, sad for Big Brad, apologetic
You are ANNOYED because you have to do your homework before playing video games. What is the appropriate way to respond to this situation?
You should calm down a little and get your homework done instead of stewing in anger so that you have more time to play video games.
Short version: get the hard thing done and out of the way so you can play.
What helps you feel more ENERGIZED when you are TIRED?
Doing some stretches, going out to play, hanging out with a friend, etc.
How would you feel if your parents asked you to clean your room when it was messy? Name two emotions.
Frustrated, bored, lazy, irritated, angry, resigned (will depend on who is answering)
Silly Sam got an A on her homework. Her friend, Goofy Gerald, has been glaring at her ever since and keeps sassing her. Why might Goofy Gerald be feeling JEALOUS?
Maybe he did not get an A, maybe he wishes he could understand the homework as well as Silly Sam
Little Leo has been waiting in line to play 4-square for 30 minutes. They are tapping their foot, rolling their eyes, and huffing. What emotion might Little Leo be feeling?
Frustrated, impatient, irritated
How do you show others that you are ANGRY?
(will depend on the person)
You got out in dodgeball and screamed at the player who got you out, and now they are SAD. What is a better way to express your ANGER?
Walking away from the situation until you are more calm
Imagine that you had plans to go to the trampoline park with your friends, but you got grounded the day before you were supposed to go. Name THREE emotions you would feel in this situation.
Disappointed, frustrated, angry, jealous (of your friends), sad, etc (will depend on who is answering)
You just had dinner at a new restaurant with your family. Your mom eats with a big smile on her face, but you have a twisted up, sour face. Why might your mom be PLEASED with her meal even though you are DISGUSTED?
Her food might have tasted better, maybe she likes seafood more, your food might not have been cooked right, etc.
It's the biggest baseball game of the season. The bases are loaded, and Clumsy Casey is up to bat. They are not usually very good at hitting. How might Clumsy Casey be feeling?
Nervous, pressured, worried, embarrassed to be put on the spot, jumpy
What is the best, most direct way to let someone know how you are feeling?
By using your words and telling them!
You are very EXCITED and bouncing up and down at your desk at school. Your teacher asks you to settle down so everyone can focus. How can you calm down?
Breath deeply, play with a fidget quietly, etc