Name That Emotion
What emotion may you be feeling if you get to the cafeteria and you don't know who or where to sit with?
Lonely, Nervous, Worried, Anxious, Shy, Embarrassed
Give an example of a poor way to cope with feeling frustrated/angry? Why is it a poor choice?
Name calling... may hurt someone's feelings
Hitting/kicking/throwing... someone can get hurt
(other examples)
Name ONE adult at school that you feel the most comfortable going to ask for help
Teacher, Social Worker, Principal, etc.
What could you do at home and at school when you get annoyed, angry, overwhelmed, or have feelings of anxiety?
Take a break, use a fidget, take a deep breath, take a walk, get a drink of water, talk to an adult.
How can you show kindness to others?
Help them if needed, say something nice, play with them, ask if they need a hug if they are upset, etc.
Name an emotion you may be feeling when you are crying.
Sad, Upset, or Frustrated
What's an example of positive self talk when you are having a hard time with classwork?
"I can ask for help and try my best!"
"I'm here to learn and get smarter!"
"Hard things get easier with practice!"
Describe what a supportive friend would do if their friend was having a bad day at school?
Ask if they want to talk about it, give them a hug or pat on the back, remind them why they are special/what they like best about them.
What is your favorite strategy to use when you need a break?
Your answer.
You get mad during a game. What can you do instead of yelling?
Take deep breaths, take a break, etc.
Name an emotion you may be feeling if you are very sleepy.
TIRED!
How can you turn this Negative self-talk into Positive self-talk?
"I will never be allowed to watch tv or play on the tablet!"
"As soon as I'm done with this work I get to play!"
(Other example)
Name one adult you can go to at home for help?
Parent, Grandparent, Aunt, Uncle, etc.
Name a deep breathing technique.
Smell The Flower/Blow Out The Candle, Rollercoaster Breath, Hot Chocolate Breath, Finger Breathing, Counting
You accidentally hurt someone's feelings. What should you do?
Apologize and make it right.
Name an emotion you feel when your face feels warm.
embarrassed, angry
Turn these Negative self-talk statements into Positive self-talk statements:
"My mom is so unfair; she never lets me stay up late!"
"I'm so dumb at math."
"My mom wants me to get good sleep"
"Math is hard for me now, but it'll get easier with practice."
(Other examples)
Name one person outside of school or home that offers you support.
Neighbor, Coach, Counselor, Church, etc.
Name an exercise break you can do at your desk.
Chair push-ups, Chair holds, Hand pulls
What's a respectful way to ask for space when you're upset?
"Can I please have a minute to calm down."
"I need a break, please."
"Can you please give me some space."
Name an emotion the student may be feeling in this situation
"Student puts his/her head down on their desk and refuses to do any homework."
Frustrated, Mad, Tired, Overwhelmed
TRUE OR FALSE:
Holding in your emotions makes them go away.
FALSE
What clues can other people see when I am getting upset and need a break?
I get quiet or stop talking, I stop doing my work or activity, My voice gets loud.
TRUE OR FALSE:
Asking to go for a walk or to get a drink and come back to class is a break tool?
TRUE
Your friend is yelling at you and bossing you around.
Use an I-statement (tell them how you feel), tell an adult, and remove yourself from that area.