Understanding myself
Name one sign your body gives when you feel nervous.
Sweaty hands, butterflies, fast heartbeat
What could you say to someone sitting alone?
“Would you like to join us?”
This means that I am crying because I am upset
Sad
What is an Emotion?
How you feel about something.
You look great today!
Say it!
Name a strength you bring to a team and explain how it helps.
Listening helps everyone feel heard
Two people want the same game piece. Name a fair solution.
Take turns or choose fairly
This means I'm very happy?
Excited
What is another word for sad or angry.
Upset
Your haircut looks weird.
Think it.
Can you feel happy and disappointed at the same time? Give an example.
Happy for a winner but disappointed you lost
Your friend wants to play a different game. How can you work it out?
Listen and agree on a fair plan
This means I'm feeling really nervous.
Anxious, Worried
This is how people feel when someone is talking over them.
Annoyed or disrespected
Why do you smell like that?
Think it.
How can recognizing what frustrates you help you make better choices?
Recognizing what frustrates you helps you notice when you need to pause, breathe, or ask for help before reacting
Stand up: Act out how to disagree respectfully with a teammate.
Use a calm voice, listen, and suggest a solution
This means I'm super tired.
sleepy, exhausted
Why is it important to practice deep breathing when you are having strong negative feelings?
Helps us regulate our emotions and gives us time to cool off; Sends oxygen to our brain and helps us think better.
I noticed how happy you are today!
Say it.
During group work, you interrupt others because you’re excited about your ideas. You think you’re being helpful, but teammates feel unheard. Identify your feeling, your behavior, its effect on others, and one change you could make.
I feel excited. I interrupt, which can make others feel their ideas don’t matter. I can write down my idea and wait until the speaker finishes.
Your best friend tells you to ignore a new student or they won’t be your friend anymore. How can you show kindness while setting a boundary with your friend?
Say, “I care about our friendship, but I won’t leave someone out to stay friends.” Invite the new student to join and seek adult support if the pressure continues.
This means I'm annoyed and becoming angry.
Frustrated or irritated
what does sel stand for
social emotional learning
Your house smells great!
Say it.