NAME THE FEELING
WHAT’S THE BEST RESPONSE?
Happy / excited
You feel excited before a school dance. Why?
Because something fun is happening
You need help with classwork. What could you say?
“Can you help me?”
You are smiling and laughing.
Happy
You forgot your pencil and need one.
Ask your teacher or classmate for one appropriately
Your favorite snack is missing from the cafeteria.
Disappointed
You feel annoyed during class. Why?
Someone may be distracting you
You need someone to stop bothering you.
“Please stop, it’s bothering me.”
Your arms are crossed and you are frowning.
Angry / annoyed
A classmate accidentally bumps into you.
Stay calm and say, "it's okay."
You studied hard but still did poorly on a test.
Frustrated / upset
You feel nervous before presenting in class. Why?
Speaking in front of others can feel stressful
You are confused about directions.
“Can you explain that again?”
Your hands are shaking before a presentation.
Nervous
You feel frustrated because a game isn’t going your way.
Identify feeling using an "I-statement" + communicate appropriately
Your teacher changes the routine unexpectedly.
Anxious / stressed
You feel frustrated during a group project. Why?
Others may not be listening or helping
You feel overwhelmed during group work.
“Can I take a short break?” or “I’m feeling overwhelmed.”
You stop talking and avoid eye contact after an argument.
Upset / embarrassed
You feel anxious because the teacher called on you unexpectedly.
Explain feeling and advocate for support
Your friends are whispering and laughing while looking in your direction, but you don’t know why.
Nervous / worried / uncomfortable
You feel upset after a teacher gives you constructive criticism. Why?
You may feel embarrassed, disappointed, or like you failed
You feel frustrated because your group is ignoring your ideas.
Appropriate assertive communication such as:
“I feel frustrated because I want to share my ideas too.”
Your heart is racing and you feel tense when plans suddenly change.
Anxious / overwhelmed
You feel overwhelmed during a loud class activity and start getting upset.
Identify emotion, explain why, and appropriately communicate a need (break/help/quiet space)