Sounds like laughing, looks like smiling, and you might feel this way if you are playing at recess with your best friend. What emotion would this be?
Happy
Some feelings are wrong or bad.
False
Explain the situation/drawing to the class.
Imagine if you had to you had to give a presentation in front of your class. What are two emotions you might feel?
Possible answers: scared, nervous, excited, embarrassed, confident
Who can you talk to when you are feeling BIG emotions here at school?
Sounds like crying, looks like someone with their head down, and you might feel this way if none of your friends showed up to your birthday party.
Sad
Feelings can help you learn about yourself and what you need.
True
Sketch out a situation where you would feel excited.
Explain the situation/drawing to the class.
Imagine if you had a big test in school today. What two emotions might you feel?
Possible answers: scared, nervous, confident, upset, mad, frustrated
What helps you feel calm when you are upset?
Sounds like yelling, looks like clenching fists and stomping feet, and you might feel this way when you don't get your way.
Mad/Angry
Other people can FORCE you to feel a certain way.
False
Sketch out a situation where you would feel nervous.
Explain the situation/drawing to the class.
Imagine if your family is moving to a new house in a new city. What two emotions might you be feeling?
Possible answers: happy, scared, sad, excited, confused, mad
For the next ten seconds, name things that bring a smile to your face.
How many did you come up with?
Sounds like someone being very quiet, looks like someone's cheeks becoming red, their eyes may be looking down at the ground, and you might feel this way if someone teases you about the clothes you are wearing.
Embarrassed
It is best to hide your feelings and never talk about them.
False
Sketch out a situation where you would feel proud.
Explain the situation/drawing to the class.
Imagine if you are going to have a new baby sibling soon. What two emotions might you be feeling?
Possible answers: happy, excited, jealous, sad
Name three coping skills you use to make your big emotions feel smaller?
Share with the class.
Sounds like a gasp, looks like mouth wide open and eyes open wide, and you might feel this way if you are home alone and the power suddenly goes out.
Scared/Afraid
You have the power to change how you feel.
True
Sketch out a situation where you would feel jealous.
Explain the drawing/situation to the class.
Imagine if you scored the winning goal/point for your team. What two emotions might you feel?
Possible answers: happy, excited, proud, loved, humble
When you feel big emotions, grounding techniques can help you be more in control. Name 3 things you see, 2 things you hear, and 1 thing you smell.
Share with the class.