LEGO Logic
What is the first thing you should do before starting a complicated LEGO build?
Make a plan or review the instructions.
Name three emotions besides happy, sad, and angry.
Examples: anxious, embarrassed, disappointed, excited, jealous, confused, frustrated.
Name one coping skill that can help your body calm down.
Examples: deep breathing, taking a break, stretching, counting, listening to music, or using a sensory item.
What is one way to show someone you are listening?
Examples: make appropriate eye contact, face them, avoid interrupting, or summarize what they said.
What part of your brain helps you stop and think before acting?
The prefrontal cortex.
If a LEGO piece does not fit, what is a better choice than forcing it?
Pause and try a different piece or strategy.
What is one physical sign that your body may be becoming frustrated?
Examples: tense muscles, faster heartbeat, feeling hot, clenched fists, headache, or faster breathing.
Deep breathing helps the brain do what?
A. Panic more
B. Think more clearly
C. Become more upset
B. Think more clearly.
What is one respectful response when someone disagrees with you?
“I understand your opinion, but I see it differently.”
True or False: Your brain learns from mistakes.
True.
What life skill do you practice when completing a large LEGO set over time?
Patience.
What emotion can sometimes be hiding underneath anger?
Examples: sadness, fear, embarrassment, disappointment, or feeling hurt.
If your frustration is at an 8 out of 10, what should you do first?
Pause, step away from the situation, and use a calming skill.
True or false: You have to win every disagreement.
False.
What is the difference between reacting and responding?
Reacting is immediate; responding means thinking before acting.
Sometimes reacting can be unhealthy.
True or false: One mistake means the entire build is ruined.
False. Most mistakes can be corrected.
True or false: Two people can experience the same situation and have different emotions.
True.
What is the purpose of taking a break during conflict?
To calm the body and brain before responding.
What is one sign that another person may be feeling overwhelmed?
Examples: becoming quiet, raising their voice, crying, avoiding eye contact, or walking away.
Name one thing that makes it harder for your brain to make good decisions.
Stress, anger, being tired, hunger, anxiety, etc.
What can you do if you feel frustrated after making several mistakes during a build?
Take a short break, calm down, and return with a new plan.
What are the three steps of being an emotion detective?
Notice the body signal, identify the emotion, and identify the trigger.
Name a three-step regulation plan for intense frustration.
Example: 1. Move away from the trigger. 2. Use deep breathing or grounding. 3. Return and communicate calmly.
A family member accidentally breaks something you built. What would be a healthy response?
Pause, explain how you feel without yelling, and work together to repair it if possible.
Why is taking a break actually helpful for your brain?
It helps calm the emotional brain so the thinking brain can work again.