Cafeteria
Sam is really hungry and there is a long line in the cafeteria. He budges in line and gets his food. What might others feel?
Angry, annoyed, other negative feelings
Ben's teacher gives him a math worksheet to complete. He feels the work is too hard but he doesn't tell his teacher. He refuses to do the worksheet. What might the teacher think?
Some teachers might think:
"It's frustrating when students won't do their work"
BONUS: Why would it be helpful for Ben to tell his teacher how he feels?
Someone says something nice to Kate. She says, "Thanks" back. What might the other person feel?
(Positive feelings)
It's Fun Friday in gym class. Ryan and Sam both try to grab the scooter at the same time. Ryan lets Sam take a turn first.
What might Sam think about Ryan?
(Positive thoughts)
Tony is feeling excited and running around in the cafeteria while others are eating quietly. What might other student/staff say?
Examples:
"Please sit down."
"I don't want to be near him."
"It's not safe for you to be running in here."
John is feeling overwhelmed and feels like he may lose his temper. He asks his teacher if he can take a break. What might the teacher think about him?
Examples:
"I am happy that John knows when he needs a break."
"It is good to see John asking staff for a break."
Kendra hates writing--it's way too hard! When her teacher gives the assignment, Kendra asks if she can do take a break after a few sentences then come back and finish.
What might others think?
Teacher: I'm glad Kendra told me. It's so much easier to help her that way!
Students: That's a good idea to ask for a break.
Jessica is "it" in a game of tag for a long time. It is hard for her to tag a classmate. She feels frustrated and embarrassed and tells classmates she is too tired to keep running
What might others say to Jessica ?
Examples:
"I can be it if you are too tired."
"Let's all take a break."
(words of encouragement)
The cafeteria was crowded, Roy saw another student who needed a spot to sit. Roy invited the other student to sit right next to him. What might the student think?
Examples:
That was nice of him.
I'm glad someone is being friendly.
Bianca is tapping her foot in class as she works. Some kids start looking at her and frown. She keeps tapping her foot. What might the other student feel/think about Bianca?
Examples:
That tapping is annoying.
She is being rude.
Kayla drops all of her tickets on the floor and they scatter EVERYWHERE! Caleb tells her "Don't worry about it" and helps her pick them up.
What might Kayla be thinking about Caleb?
That's really nice of him!
That could have been way worse!
Jacob really likes to punt the ball but the teacher is making him practice skills first.
He grabs the ball from a classmate and kicks the ball carelessly without following directions
How might others feel about Jacob's behavior?
Examples:
Teacher: "I wish Jacob would listen to directions."
Other students:
annoyed, frustrated
distracted, unsafe
Jenna was walking towards her table with a tray full of food. She drops her food all over the floor and her shoes. Other students were staring at her. She felt embarrassed and started to cry. What might other students say?
Examples:
"Do you need some help?"
"I can share some of my food."
"You are clumsy!"
BONUS: Which of the above answers are expected behaviors?
Sarah hates the class she is in. The subject is boring. She doesn't like the teacher. She just wants the class to be over so she can go to lunch. Sarah refuses to answer when called on and lays her head on her desk.
How might the teacher and other students feel about Sarah's behavior?
Examples:
Teacher: I'm trying my best to help the students learn. It's really frustrating when they don't participate.
Students: I wish she would just answer the questions.
Michael's friend Chance asks, "Did you see the football game last night?" Michael says, "No, football is stupid."
What might Chance feel?
Hurt.
Frustrated with Michael.
Like he'd rather talk to someone else.
Playground.
Will is climbing on the rock wall on the playground. He falls and gets hurt and starts to cry. Kai comes over and helps him get up and find staff to help.
What might Will feel?
Examples:
safe and comforted
happy
grateful
After getting all her food, Becky is ready to type in her pin. She cannot remember her pin number and starts feeling worried. She took some deep breaths to stay calm and try to remember. What might others say?
Examples:
"Don't worry"
"Hurry up!"
"You look frustrated. Do you need help?"
BONUS QUESTION: Which of the above responses is/are expected? How would they make Becky feel?
Tristan takes pride in being funny. During class he blurts out things that are off-topic and distracting to the group.
How might others feel about Tristan's behavior?
Examples:
Why can't he just be quiet?
This is getting ridiculous!
That's really disrespectful.
Owen's classmate gets to use the iPad because he's on a higher level. Owen is jealous but he tells himself, "If I keep it up, I can move up a level soon." Owen tells the teacher he's frustrated but chooses another activity for choice time.
How might the teacher feel about Owen's response?
Teacher: It's expected to be frustrated when you don't get something you really want. I'm glad he told me rather than acting out.
Tyler and his classmates are on the playground. One person wants to play Zombie Tag, another person wants everyone to act like Superheros. Tyler is worried because it will be time to go inside soon.
What could Tyler say?
Examples:
(he can encourage flexibility and compromise)
"We are running out of time. Maybe the line leader should pick the game"
"We can play Zombie Tag for 10 minutes and then play Superhero for 10 minutes"