Emotions
True or False: It is ok to feel sad or worried sometimes.
TRUE!
A student in your class gets a math problem wrong. What is the best response?
A: Laugh at them
B: Brag about how smart YOU are
C: Tell them, "Good try!"
C: Tell them, "Good try!"
True or False: If we think something, it MUST be true or real.
False.
True or False: Breathing in and out really fast makes you feel calm.
FALSE! It makes your body feel stressed and less calm.
Which counselor has a pet rat?
A: Ms. Megan
B: Ms. Bridgette
C: Ms. Anna
A: Ms. Megan
True or False: Everyone feels the same way about things.
False
What are two ways to show your friend you are interested in what they are talking about?
Eye contact, asking questions about the topic, nodding your head, facing the person, etc.
True or False: If we have a thought that makes us feel sad, we can try to replace the thought with something better.
TRUE!
What is an example of an unhealthy/unhelpful coping skills?
Eloping, fighting, screaming, etc.
Which counselor has lived in St. Augustine the longest?
A: Ms. Megan
B: Ms. Bridgette
C: Ms. Anna
B: Ms. Bridgette
What is another word for scared?
Nervous, worried, anxious, frightened, afraid, threatened, etc.
What are the do's and don'ts of winning a game?
Do NOT: Brag or tease
DO: Tell the person that lost, "Good game!"
DO: Give a high five
DO: Thank the other person for playing with you
Replace this unhelpful thought, with a healthier thought:
"I can't do this math problem! I stink at math!"
I am learning how to do this type of math.
I don't feel confident with math yet. I am learning how to do better!
I can ask my teacher for help with this math problem, and take a break if I start to feel frustrated.
Name a time that you should use coping skills.
When you start to feel upset, etc.
Which counselor is from New Jersey?
A: Ms. Megan
B: Ms. Bridgette
C: Ms. Anna
A: Ms. Megan
What actions might make you feel worse instead of better?
Breathing fast, fighting, avoiding a task, hurting yourself, saying mean things to yourself and others, blaming others, isolating yourself, complaining, emotional eating, too much screen time, etc.
You are joking with someone and they tell you to stop. What should you do?
Stop. The person may not think the joke is funny, or they may feel hurt.
A student thinks, "Reading is too hard and I'm dumb. I'll NEVER be able to do it!"
What might the student be feeling after thinking this?
How might they behave after feeling and thinking this?
Sad, inferior, anxious, unsure, worried, etc.
Name 5 coping skills
Listening to music, deep breathing, counting backwards from ten, exercising, going for a walk, using a fidget tool, talking with a friend, reading a book, mindful movement, taking a break, drawing, blowing bubbles, holding ice in your hands
Which counselor has 5 sons?
A: Ms. Megan
B: Ms. Bridgette
C: Ms. Anna
C: Ms. Anna
Change the unhelpful thought to make it helpful:
"I can't do this math worksheet, I stink at math."
"I can ask for help."
"I am trying my best at math."
"Math is hard, and I can learn how to do it."
You and your friend disagree on what to play at recess. What can you do?
Find something else to do; Compromise; Play both for a certain amount of time; etc.
What can you say instead of, "I CAN'T CALM DOWN,"?
I'll use coping skills I've learned.
I have been able to calm down in the past, I will be able to calm down soon.
True or False: Athletes use coping skills and even go to counseling.
TRUE!
Some athletes that have gone to counseling include Messi and Ronaldo!
Which counselor has the worst eyesight?
A: Ms. Megan
B: Ms. Bridgette
C: Ms. Anna
B: Ms. Bridgette