My Family
who do you consider to be your family?
families come in all different shapes and sizes. every family is unique!
Name something you like about yourself
I like that about you too. Who else might notice this?
Tell me about a time you felt sad
:(
What is a growth mindset?
the belief that you can always learn and get better at something
A girl in your class draws a picture for you and is excited to give it to you. But when you see the picture... you don't like it. What do you do?
Things to consider: Gratitude/recognition of intent/effort and respect for another's feelings
what do you like about your family?
there's lots to like!
name something you think others like about you
you're amazing
Tell me about a time you felt scared
Ugh... so scary!!!
What are coping skills?
things we can do for ourselves or with others that help us feel better (example: deep breathing, reading, spending time with friends)
You are standing in line at school and the kid behind you is bothering you. What do you do?
Here's an idea:
First - use your words kindly and ask them to stop
Second - try to ignore
Third - ask a teacher for help
what is hard for you in your family?
families can be complex
Tell about something you are good at
You are awesome!!
What is your favorite feeling?
That is a great feeling to have!!
what is an example of a coping skill that you use?
there is no right answer, everyone is different
Another kid that goes to your school waves and says hi to you in the hallway, but you don't know them. What do you do?
Because you are safe at school and the kid is simply being nice and saying Hi.... it is ok to be kind in return and wave and say hi back :)
do you feel important in your family?
tell me more. What makes you feel important?
what is an important identity to you?
thank you for sharing
Tell me about a time when you didn't know what to do about your anger
GRRRRR!!!!
when could you use a coping skill?
if you're feeling upset, angry, frustrated, overwhelmed, etc
You really want to play with your best friend, but your best friend is playing with another kid in your class. What do you do?
Here's some ideas?
You can ask your best friend if you can join them and all play together.
Or
You can ask another friend to play with you
what do your parents do that makes you feel loved?
thank you for sharing
Fill in the blank:
I am proud of myself when
___________________
Go you!!!
What is something that makes you laugh?
Ha ha ha!!
Earn an extra 100 points by telling a funny joke!
tell me about a time you used a coping skill
great job!
You see a kid in your class teasing another kid in your class about getting their spelling words wrong. What do you do?
Here's an idea:
It is important to stand up for yourself and for others if they are being teased or bullied, but always be safe, too.
You can use your words and say "Teasing someone is really mean. Please stop."
Or
You can ask a teacher for help