How are they feeling?
Guess that Object!
When?
Uh-Oh! Let's try solving this problem!
100
Nathan laid his head on the counter and sighed. A wave of nausea hit his head and he groaned. He looked at the plate with only crumbs left. He enjoyed his sweet treat but at what cost!
How is Nathan feeling?
He is feeling nauseous/sick because he ate too many cookies! I know this because there is a plate of empty crumbs and he had a sweet treat.
100
It rings loudly in the morning. I press a button to make it stop. Without it, I might oversleep. It sits on my nightstand.
What is the object?
An alarm clock!
100
The sky was turning pink and orange outside Mia’s window. Birds chirped loudly in the trees. She rubbed her sleepy eyes. The smell of waffles drifted in from the kitchen.
What time of day is it?
Morning!
100
You’re waiting outside longer than expected in cold weather for the bus. Other students around you are complaining, yelling at each other, and getting frustrated. The gloom is spreading, and you can feel yourself growing annoyed, too.
What parts of this situation can you control?
1) Your reactions and emotions – You can notice that you’re getting annoyed and choose how to respond instead of letting the frustration take over.
2) Your focus – You can choose what you pay attention to, like focusing on keeping warm, listening to music, or thinking about something pleasant, instead of the chaos around you.
200
Jessie looked at her watch again. Her dad was just now turning on the oven. The cupcakes take almost 20 minutes to bake and it was almost 30 minutes till bedtime. Jessie paced the floor and took a deep breath.
How does Jessie feel?
Jessie is feeling nervous. I know she is feeling nervous because she is checking her watch again and pacing around/ not able to sit still.
200
I open it every morning before school. Inside are shelves filled with food and drinks. The light turns on when I pull the door open. It keeps everything cold.
What is the object?
A refrigerator!
200
Colorful flowers bloomed in the garden, and rain boots splashed through puddles. Birds built nests in the trees. The air smelled fresh after a light rain.
When is this happening?
Spring!
200
Wait my turn and you can talk to a friend who is also waiting!
300
Marcus stared at the broken lamp on the floor. The soccer ball rolled slowly across the room and bumped against the wall. He heard his dad’s footsteps coming down the hallway. Marcus swallowed hard and slowly looked up at the door.
How is Marcus feeling?
Marcus is feeling worried because he swallowed hard and slowly turned to look at the door. He was worried about how his dad would react to him breaking the lamp.
300
It spins around and around at high speed. Dirty clothes go in, but they don’t come out dry. I add soap before pressing a button. It makes a swishing sound while it works.
What is the object?
A washing machine!
300
Fireworks exploded overhead as everyone counted down together. “Ten, nine, eight…” Friends cheered and hugged when the clock struck twelve. Confetti covered the floor.
When is this happening?
New Year's Eve!
300
Someone makes a comment about your winter clothes in front of others. You feel embarrassed and uncomfortable, but they quickly say they were “just joking.” You’re unsure whether to respond or ignore it.
Why might this comment still hurt, even if it was called a joke?
1) The speaker might not mean to hurt you, but their words can still make you feel self-conscious or embarrassed.
2) The person may think you’ll laugh it off, but your personal feelings matter and the joke doesn’t erase how you feel about the comments being made.
400
Kayla sat alone on the bench while the other kids played soccer. Her best friend had moved away last week, and no one had asked her to join their team. She traced circles in the dirt with her shoe and brushed off her eyes. The playground felt quieter than usual.
How is Kayla feeling?
Kayla is feeling sad or lonely. She is sad about her friend moving away and how no one is choosing her to be a part of their team.
400
It has a flat surface and four legs. People gather around it to eat meals or play games. Plates and cups rest on top of it. It usually sits in a kitchen or dining room.
What is the object?
A table!
400
The final school bell rang, and students rushed out the doors cheering. Teachers waved goodbye and reminded everyone to have fun. The swimming pool at home would finally be open every day.
When is this?
Last day of school!
400
After the break, your group is behind on a project with a deadline coming up. One student blames others for not doing enough work rather than helping to solve the problem. The tension makes it harder for the group to work together.
1) What behaviors are making this situation worse?
2) How can you help solve this problem?
1) The students in the group are blaming each other, making this situation worse.
2) I can help solve this problem by offering to help when I am done with my part of the project.
I can help by reassuring my team mates that we can get this project done.
I can help my team mates by dividing the work equally.
Create a list of tasks to do and decide who will do what.
500
What is happening in this picture?
How would you solve this problem?
His little sister wants to ride the scooter but he does not want to share it with her.
Solution: Suggest taking turns every few minutes or hour.500
It has a handle and a spout. I fill it with water and tip it forward. Water flows out to help things grow. It is often found in a garden.
What is the object?
A watering can!
500
Liam took his time putting up streamers, and packing goodie bags filled with candy, pencils, and stickers. He had carefully prepared a day filled with fun games like candy land, uno, and pin the tail on the donkey. Liam couldn't wait to see his friend's reactions the next day.
When is this happening?
A birthday party!
500
You hear your classmates are stuck on a math problem. You know the steps to solving the problem and can help them. What can you do next?
Go up to them and offer to guide them through the steps to solving the math problem!