Waiting Game
You’re waiting for your turn in a game. What could you do while you wait?
Take deep breaths, watch carefully, count, or do something quiet
Who is Mickey Mouse's dog?
Pluto
You can’t pick the TV show, but you can pick the snack. What can you control?
Snack choice, volume, or where you sit
Which album features the songs Love Story and You Belong With Me?
Fearless
You are smiling and laughing while playing a game. What feeling is that?
Happy
You’re in a long line at the store and feel impatient. Name one thing you can do to help yourself wait.
Fidget toy, counting, talking to a friend, deep breaths
Which Disney princess leaves her tower to explore the world outside?
Rapunzel
Your teacher changes the schedule at school. How could you respond?
Take a deep breath, ask questions, follow the new plan, focus on what you can do
Taylor Swift has a song about a night she cried in a bathroom after a breakup. Which song is this?
All Too Well
Your favorite toy breaks and you feel like crying. What feeling is that?
Sad
You have to wait to open a gift. How could you manage your feelings?
Think about the surprise, distract yourself with a game
In Finding Nemo, what kind of fish is Nemo?
Clownfish
Something doesn’t go the way you planned. Name 2 things you could do instead of getting angry.
Adjust your plan, ask for help, take a break, try again later
Complete the lyric from Blank Space:
"Got a long list of ex-lovers, they’ll tell you I’m ___.”
Insane
You are performing in front of the whole school tomorrow, what are you feeling?
Nervous, anxious, excited
You feel upset because waiting makes you frustrated. How can you notice the feeling without acting on it?
Name the feeling, breathe, tell yourself it’s okay to feel frustrated
What are the names of the lions that fall in love in the Lion King?
Simba and Nala
You have to share a toy with your friend. You don’t get to pick the rules. What could you do?
Take turns, negotiate politely, wait patiently, play something else in the meantime
In the song August from Folklore, Taylor asks the boy to meet her behind ____.
The mall!
You are trying something new that might go very well but also might be difficult. what are you feeling?
You planned a fun activity but it’s delayed for a long time. What are 2–3 strategies you could use to stay calm and flexible?
Make a backup plan, do a small activity, talk about feelings, remind yourself the delay is temporary
In Moana, what is the name of Moana’s island?
Motunui
A plan changes at the last minute and you feel upset. How could you stay flexible AND still feel okay?
Think of other options, breathe, accept what you can’t control, do something fun while waiting
During the Eras Tour, Taylor references her albums with themed outfits and props.
Name at least three eras and one iconic outfit or stage prop she uses for each.
Fearless → sparkly gold dress
1989 → pastel sequin crop top & skirt
Reputation → black snake stage motif
Lover → rainbow or pastel stage looks
Folklore → cream/neutral cottagecore dress
You do something really hard even though you felt scared. How do you feel?
Proud, brave, confident