Anger
Name one thing that makes you angry.
Different things make different people angry.
What is one way you have recently reacted in anger?
There is no wrong answer!
We all react differently to anger. The trick is to do it in a healthy way!
You and your friend are playing a game and have different ideas about the rules. You have the impulse to yell at your friend
Your friend might get upset or hurt
Name a situation that makes you angry?
No wrong answer!
What is one thing that helps you when you're feeling angry?
No wrong answer but you can try taking deep breaths, drawing, or exercising.
Which is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
What is the first thing you notice in your body when you start to feel angry.
There is no wrong answer! Maybe you feel hot, or your face gets flushed. Maybe your fists clench or your jaw gets tight. Your body is unique, just like your anger is unique!
What is a productive way to react to a situation that makes you feel angry?
TALK ABOUT IT!
Take a breath, step back, think "what could I do differently?", and TALK ABOUT IT.
You are pouring yourself a glass of juice and have the impulse to pour it to the very top.
You might spill it.
What is something you do that makes your sibling(s) angry?
No wrong answer.
What is one thing that helps you when you feel sad?
No wrong answer but if we talk about the situation with a friend or family member it may help us feel better.
What is the name of the toy cowboy in Toy Story?
Woody
This word means a little bit angry.
Frustrated or annoyed.
Can you come up with a different word that works?
What is a negative reaction to anger?
Hurting others with words or physical contact. Refusing to discuss the issue at hand.
You have a ton of homework but are not in the mood to do it. You have the impulse to just ignore it.
You might get a bad grade.
Tell a time you reacted in anger and got in trouble for it.
No wrong answer.
How could you have reacted differently?
List three things that help you calm down when you are FURIOUS?
Deep breaths, yoga, reading, exercising, listening to music...no wrong answer as long as it's productive and positive!
What is the name of the fairy who grants wishes in Disney’s Aladdin?
Genie
This word means VERY angry.
Furious. Raging.
Can you come up with another word that works?
Tell a time you've seen someone react to anger in a non-productive way?
There is no wrong answer--let's discuss what could have been done differently.
You need to tell your mom something but she is on the phone. You have the impulse to interrupt her.
She might get upset with you.
How do you feel when you get punished?
No wrong answer.
What was the last thing you remember getting in trouble for doing?
How long of a break should you take when you are feeling REALLY mad?
20 minutes! Science says the brain needs 20 minutes to fully calm down. It's a good idea to take a 20 minute break before talking about things with parents or friends or siblings.
What is the name of the largest ocean on Earth?
Pacific
What is anger?
Anger is a mask for another emotion. Disappointment, sadness, and embarrassment are all examples.
Tell a time you have seen your parents react to anger?
How do you wish they handled it? Answer that and double your points!
Your teacher is asking a question and you know the answer. you have the impulse to shout out the answer.
You might get in trouble
What things make your parents angry?
No wrong answer.
Who can you talk to when you're feeling big emotions?
Parents, Teachers, Siblings, Friends, Other Family, Therapist!
What is the name of the first book in the “Harry Potter” series?
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
What is the opposite of anger?
Contentment. Acceptance. Relaxation.
Tell a time YOU reacted to anger in a non-productive way.
Tell what YOU could have done differently.
You see a toy on a student's desk that you like. You have the impulse to take it and play with it.
You might get in trouble.
List the things that make you the most mad.
No wrong answer.
How can knowing your triggers help you avoid getting too angry?
What can YOU do to help your house be a calm place to live?
Encourage family meetings, take breaks to calm down before you talk, deep breathing together, the Calm app, reading together, quality time, gratitude...
In which city would you find the Statue of Liberty?
New York