Name That Feeling
You practiced a new trick and finally landed it. You want to tell someone what you did. What might you feel?
proud or excited
Your shoulders lift and your hands squeeze into fists during an argument. Name one body clue you could notice.
tight shoulders or clenched fists
You lose a game and feel like slamming the pieces. Show one thing you can do with your hands while you pause.
Set the pieces down, put your hands on your lap, or press your palms together.
Someone interrupts while you’re talking. What could you say to ask for your turn back?
“Can I finish what I was saying?”
A teammate misses a shot and looks down. What’s one feeling they might have?
Disappointed, embarrassed, or frustrated.
You were looking forward to a sleepover, but it got canceled. What might you feel?
disappointed or sad
You’re next to read aloud and your stomach feels fluttery. What feeling might go with that clue?
nervous or excited
The room is loud and you’re having trouble thinking. What could you do or ask for?
Ask to move somewhere quieter or ask for a short quiet break.
A sibling takes your marker without asking. Use “I feel ___ when ___. Please ___.”
“I feel frustrated when you take my marker without asking. Please ask me first.”
A friend is quieter than usual. What could you ask to check in?
“You seem quiet today. How are you doing?”
You keep trying to open a container, but the lid won’t budge. What feeling might build with each try?
frustration
Your face feels hot after someone makes a joke about you. What are two feelings that could fit?
embarrassed or angry
A homework page looks overwhelming. What’s one small move that could help you get started?
Cover the other problems and try the first one, or ask someone to help read the directions.
You’re getting upset because you can’t follow the directions. Ask for the specific help you need.
“Can you show me the first step?” or “Can you give me one direction at a time?”
A friend walks past you without saying hi. Give two possible explanations.
They didn’t see me, or they were in a hurry.
You wave at someone, then realize they were waving at the person behind you. What might you feel?
embarrassed or awkward
Your heart beats fast when you’re about to perform and when your team is about to win. Why might the same body clue show up in both situations?
A fast heartbeat can go with different feelings, like worry or excitement. What’s happening helps you figure out which feeling fits.
You try taking a slow breath, but you still feel too upset to talk. What could you try next?
Ask for more time, take a short walk if allowed, or get help from a trusted adult.
Your friend wants to play a different game. How can you show you heard them and still say what you want?
“I hear that you want to play Uno. I’d like to draw. Could we do one round and then draw?”
You invite someone to join a game and they say, “I’d rather watch.” How could you respond?
“Okay. You can watch, and you’re welcome to join later.”
You’re about to start at a new school. You want to meet people, but you’re worried you won’t know where to sit at lunch. Name two feelings you could have at the same time.
excited and nervous.
During a game, your jaw gets tight, then your voice gets louder. Which clue could remind you to pause early, and what could you do when you notice it?
Notice the tight jaw and put down the controller, relax your hands, or ask for a short break.
You asked for a break during a disagreement. Tell what you could say when you take the break and what you could say when you come back.
“I need two minutes to cool down. I’ll come back.” Then, “I’m ready. Can we talk about what happened?”
You snapped at someone who was trying to help. Say one sentence that owns what you did and one that says what you’ll try next time.
“I’m sorry I yelled when you offered to help. Next time, I’ll tell you I need a minute.”
You and a friend are paired for a class presentation. You’re excited and your friend says they’re nervous. Name one thing you could do that would help both of you participate.
Practice together first or let each person choose the part they feel comfortable presenting.