coping skills
What is a coping skill used for?
To help you calm down and become regulated
Give 3 examples of "unsafe" behavior
throwing things, hitting people, running away from home, hurting yourself, playing with dangerous objects, etc
What are 4-5 types of boundaries
Physical, emotional, digital, space/time
What does "being confident" mean to you?
:)
Can something positive come out of a negative or bad situation?
Yes!
Name 3 things you can do when frustrated
squeeze something, talk to someone, ask for a break, take deep breaths, count to 10, check in with your toes, etc
What can a teacher/substitute do that is "unsafe" behavior?
yelling at students, throwing things, not letting students leave the room
Give three examples of physical boundaries
stand an arms length away from others
ask because you hug someone
watch where you throw things, so you don't hit anyone
What is something you have been doing for months to help improve your self-confidence?
positive self affirming statements!
What is a group of frogs called?
an army
Name 3 things you can do when sad
take a break, 5.4.3.2.1, ask for a hug, talk to someone, take deep breaths, check in with your toes, etc
If someone is preventing you from leaving a room, what can you do?
Tell them you want to leave and ask them to move, be loud to grab someone's attention, find an alternate exit, etc
Give three examples of digital boundaries
keep your passwords private
don't read other people's screens
don't talk about other people online
If another student is being rude/mean to you, what can you do?
Ask them to stop, bring it up to a teacher, etc
How many eyes does a caterpillar have?
12
Name 3 things you can do when anxious
5.4.3.2.1, exercise, take deep breaths, ask for a hug, talk to someone, take a break, check in with your toes, etc
What can you do if a teacher/substitute is being "unsafe"?
Leave the room with or without permission, get another teacher to help you, use the phone in the room to call the front office, etc
don't prevent someone from being on time to things
tell someone you want space/you want to be alone, if that's what you want/need
don't waste your (or other people's) time
If a teacher is being rude/mean to you, what can you do?
Ask them to stop, ask them to have the conversation with another adult in the room, etc
What is the only mammal with a chin?
a human!
Explain 5.4.3.2.1
5 things you can hear/see/touch
4 things you can hear/see/touch
3 things you can hear/see/touch
2 things you can taste/smell
1 thing you can taste/smell
Who are you allowed to leave school with?
mom, dad, grandparents, best friend's parents
say no to things that cause you emotional distress or are overwhelming
take a break when your emotions are growing
communicate respectfully
What is something you can ask yourself if you are doubting your abilities?
ask "what if?"
What is the average weight of an adult human brain?
about 3 pounds