Emotions
What emotion might you feel after getting a good grade?
Happy, proud, excited
Complete: “I feel ____ when ____.”
Any appropriate response
Name one coping skill.
Deep breathing, journaling, exercise, talking to someone
You feel nervous before a presentation. What can you do?
Deep breathing, practice, positive self-talk
Show how to ask a teacher for help.
Student demonstrates respectful asking
Name two signs someone is feeling stressed.
Headaches, trouble sleeping, irritability, worry, trouble focusing
Which is the correct I-statement?
A. “You never listen.”
B. “I feel ignored when I am not heard.”
B
How does deep breathing help?
It calms your body and mind
Your friend looks sad at lunch. What should you do?
Ask if they’re okay, listen, or tell a trusted adult
Role-play using an I-statement about feeling left out.
“I feel left out when I’m not included because I want to participate.”
Why is it important to understand your emotions?
It helps you make good decisions and manage stress
Rewrite: “You always interrupt me.”
“I feel frustrated when I am interrupted.”
When should someone use coping skills?
When stressed, angry, sad, or overwhelmed
You feel overwhelmed with homework. What is a healthy response?
Make a plan, take breaks, ask for help
Role-play how to calm down after getting upset.
Deep breathing, stepping away, counting, etc.
How might someone’s behavior change when they are very angry or upset?
They may yell, cry, withdraw, or act impulsively
Why are I-statements better than blaming statements?
They reduce conflict and help people communicate feelings respectfully
Compare positive self-talk and talking to a friend.
Both help manage emotions; one is internal, one is social support
A group disagrees during a project. What is the healthiest way to solve it?
Use communication, take turns talking, compromise, use I-statements
Role-play how to help a friend who is upset without ignoring them.
Listening, showing empathy, encouraging help
A student fails a test and throws their pencil. What emotion is likely being shown, and what is a healthier response?
Frustration or anger; take a break, use deep breathing, ask for help, or use positive self-talk
Create an I-statement for this situation: A classmate keeps taking your supplies without asking.
“I feel upset when my supplies are taken without asking because I need them for my work. I would like you to ask first.”
Which coping strategy would be best for a student who feels anxious every morning before school? Defend your answer.
Answers may include breathing exercises, talking to a trusted adult, or a routine because they reduce stress consistently
Evaluate this situation: A student is being left out during recess every day. What should they do and why?
Talk to a trusted adult, use communication, seek support because exclusion affects emotional health
Create and act out a full scenario where a student solves a conflict using communication and coping skills.
Student demonstrates empathy, I-statements, problem-solving, and calm communication