Feelings
Name the feeling you might have when something exciting happens
Happy, excited, joyful, or another fitting feeling.
Taking slow, deep breaths can help your body feel this way.
Calm or relaxed.
A good friend does this when someone else is speaking.
Listens.
Getting enough of this at night helps your brain and body recharge.
Sleep
Name one trusted adult you could talk to at school.
A teacher, school counselor, clinician, principal, or another trusted school adult.
This feeling might show up when something doesn’t go the way you hoped.
Disappointed, frustrated, sad, or upset.
Name one calming activity you can do at your desk.
Deep breathing, stretching, drawing, counting, or taking a quiet moment.
Your friend wants to play a different game than you. What could you do?
Take turns, compromise, or choose an activity you both enjoy.
Moving your body can help your mood. Name one way to move.
Walking, dancing, playing a sport, stretching, or another enjoyable movement.
True or false: Asking for help is a sign of weakness.
False
Your heart is racing before a presentation. Name one feeling you might be experiencing.
Nervous, anxious, excited, or another fitting feeling. People can experience the same situation differently.
Name one coping skill you can use when you feel frustrated.
Take deep breaths, ask for a break, count, draw, or talk to a trusted adult.
Your friend tells you they’re having a bad day. What could you say?
“I’m sorry you’re having a hard day. Do you want to talk or sit together?”
Name one reason taking a break from screens can be helpful.
It can give your eyes and brain a break, make time for other activities, or help you get ready for sleep.
If a friend tells you they are unsafe, what should you do?
Tell a trusted adult right away. Stay with your friend if it is safe to do so.
True or false: It’s okay to feel angry, but it’s important to choose a safe way to express it.
True! All feelings are okay; our actions need to be safe.
You’re feeling overwhelmed by schoolwork. What are two things you could try?
Break the work into smaller steps, take a short break, use deep breathing, or ask for help.
What is one respectful way to set a boundary with a friend?
“I don’t like that. Please stop,” or “I need some space right now.”
Name two things you can do to help yourself get ready for sleep.
Follow a bedtime routine, put screens away, read, or do a calming activity.
What could you say to an adult when you’re having a hard time?
Any things is correct
Your classmate looks upset but says they’re fine. Why shouldn’t you assume you know exactly how they feel?
People can feel different things for different reasons. We can check in without pressuring them to share.
A coping skill that works for your friend doesn’t work for you. What could you do?
Try another safe strategy and practice to find what works for you.
You and a friend disagree and both feel upset. Name two steps you could take to work it out.
Take a moment to calm down, listen to each other, use respectful words, and ask an adult for help if needed.
How can talking about your feelings be part of taking care of your mental health?
Sharing with someone you trust can help you feel supported and find ways to handle what you’re feeling.
A friend asks you to keep a secret about someone getting hurt. What should you do?
Tell a trusted adult right away, even if your friend asked you to keep it a secret. Safety is more important than keeping that kind of secret.