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This Kimochi often feels shy and can be afraid of change, but when he's feeling brave, he spreads his wings and flies!
Who is Bug
Zahara finished her math early and got all the questions right. She sat up straight at her desk and held her head up high, and her eyes were shining. She was feeling ____
Proud
Cloud was feeling really mad! He started to thunder and rain. What can Cloud do to calm down?
Take deep breaths
Walk away
Take a break
Talk to an adult
What are the steps to get someone's attention?
1. Say their name
2. Wait for eye contact (or to show that they are ready for you)
3. If saying their name didn't work - try tapping their shoulder
This Kimochi loves to play, but sometimes she gets carried away and can be too silly and have a hard time respecting others' space.
Who is Huggtopus
When Gabe went to the zoo, he saw a big grizzly bear give a loud ROAR. Gabe's knees started to shake, his heart was beating fast, he was feeling _____
scared
Lovey Dove saw Huggtopus ask to play with some friends and they said no. Huggtopus was feeling sad and left out. What could Lovey Dove do to help Huggs feel included?
Ask Huggs to play
(or tell the group to include everyone)
Key #2 is Use a Talking Voice. What other kinds of voices do people use sometimes?
Talking, fighting, serious
This Kimochi reminds us that it's okay to be mad, but it's not okay to be mean. They also use a calm down breath to help make their mad feelings a bit smaller
Who is Cloud
Isaiah was playing magnet tiles with his friends and his friends were not sharing with him, even when he asked nicely. Isaiah's hands clenched, his muscles tensed up, and his face felt hot. He was feeling__
Mad
Cat got mad at Bug and said a Big Mean Thing to him that was not true--"you're not my friend anymore!" What can Cat do to solve the problem?
Apologize and redo (use her bandaid tool)
Fighting - narrow eyes, tight or arms and hands
This Kimochi is a leader and likes things her way. She loves to share her ideas with the group, but can sometimes be bossy. If she hurts others' feelings, she uses her bandaids to do-over and help others feel better.
Who is Cat
Gregory was playing with a brand new basketball at recess, but when he threw it, it flew over the fence and rolled down the street. Gregory frowned, his whole body felt down, and his eyes started to water. He was feeling ____
Sad (or disappointed)
Lovey got kicked when Hugs was trying to get the soccer ball. What should Lovey do?
Use helpful words to solve the problem
Key #4 is Choose Helping Words. Saying "you can't play" is hurtful. What would be helpful words to say instead?
Sure you can play, this time please (follow the rules, take turns, include our ideas etc).
This Kimochi uses friendly signals and reminds us that friendly faces create friendly places. She is wise and is like mom in that she is caring and wants everyone to get along.
Who is Lovey Dove
Z'yer saw kids playing at the park. He really wanted to join but didn't know what to say or do. He was really quiet and concerned that they might not let him join. Then he told himself - you can do it, just try and they might say yes! He took a deep breath, walked over to them and said in a friendly voice "I'm Z'yer, can I play too?"
Bug was feeling frustrated that he could not figure out a problem in math. He told himself "Don't give up, it's ok to ask for help!". What type of coping skill did he use?
Positive Self Talk
Key #5 is Redo Hurtful Moments. If someone said something unkind to you, how could you have a redo?
2.They could apologize
3. Then you could try again with kinder words.