Feelings
“Name a feeling someone might have when they’re left out.”
Possible Answers:
Sad
Lonely
Embarrassed
Left out
Rejected
You see someone fall and laugh.
No. Laughing shows you don’t care about how they feel.
What’s a kind choice you can make on the playground?
Include someone, take turns, share equipment.
What could you say to someone who’s sad?
“I’m here for you.” “Do you want to talk?” “I care about you.”
What does it mean when someone crosses their arms and looks away?
They may feel upset, uncomfortable, or closed off.
“When might someone feel nervous at school?”
Possible Answers:
Before a test or quiz
On the first day of school
When giving a presentation
Meeting new classmates
When they don’t understand something in class
You ask someone how they’re doing.
Yes. You’re checking in on their feelings.
What is a kind thing you could do if a classmate is sad?
Sit with them, listen, offer help, say something kind.
What might you say to a classmate who didn’t win a game?
“You did a great job!” “Let’s try again next time.”
What might someone’s face look like if they are sad?
Frowning, downturned mouth, teary eyes, slumped posture.
“Name a feeling and something that might cause it.”
Possible Answers:
Frustrated – when your pencil breaks during a test
Excited – when you’re going on a field trip
Angry – when someone cuts in line
Happy – when a friend shares a snack with you
You walk away when someone is crying.
No. That ignores their feelings.
What’s something kind you can do for a new student?
Show them around, invite them to play, talk to them, sit with them.
What would you say if someone was being teased?
“That’s not okay.” “Please stop.” “Are you okay?”
What are two ways someone can show empathy without saying anything?
Give a hug, pat their back, sit near them, make eye contact.
“How can you tell if someone is feeling frustrated?”
Possible Answers:
Their face might look tense
They might cross their arms or huff
They might yell, stomp, or say “I can’t do this!”
They might crumple up paper or push things away
They might look like they’re about to cry
You give your friend a compliment when you see they're sad.
Yes. It shows you noticed their feelings and want to help.
You notice someone looks overwhelmed—what can you do?
Ask if they’re okay, offer help, give them space, get an adult if needed.
What would you say if your friend lost something important?
“I’m sorry. Want help looking?” “That must feel frustrating.”
A student is smiling and making eye contact. How might they be feeling? What could you say to connect with them?
Feeling happy or excited. Say: “You seem really happy—what’s going on?”
“Describe how someone might feel if they are left out of a game and what you could do to help.”
Expected Response (multi-part):
Feelings:
Sad, lonely, rejected, confused, angry
How to help:
Invite them to play
Ask, “Do you want to join us?”
Tell the group, “Let’s include everyone.”
Offer to play something else with them
Say something kind like, “It’s okay, I’ve felt that way before too.”
Your classmate forgot their supplies, and you tell them, “Too bad.”
No. A more empathetic response could be: “Do you want to borrow mine?”
Share a time when you saw or made a kind choice and explain why it mattered.
Personal story: e.g., “I helped a friend clean up after they spilled, and they smiled and said thank you. It felt good to help.”
Your friend says, “Nobody likes me.” What could you say and do to show empathy?
Say: “That’s not true—I like you.” “Want to talk?”
Describe someone’s body language when they are upset but trying to hide it. What can you do to show empathy?
Tight smile, quiet, looking down, clenched fists. You can check in privately, be gentle, offer help without forcing them to talk.