coping skills
What is a coping skill?
Something that helps when we are feeling big emotions.
examples: breathing, asking for help, taking a brake
This person at school can help you if you’re feeling upset
The school counselor or the teacher
You can grab crayons and paper or cardboard and do this creative activity.
Drawing/creating a spaceship
Two words that mean happy?
joyful, excited, cheerful
What is one coping skill that helps us to communicate?
I statements
ex: I am mad about not getting to go to the pool today.
You can talk to this person at home when you're having a hard time.
Mom and Dad
This is something you can read instead of watching a show.
a book or a magazine
When you have a big feeling who are you supposed to talk to you?
Mom, Dad, teacher, Mrs Rebecca, Claire
Any trusted adult who can help!
If your mom/dad asked you to pick up your toys and trash, what coping skill could help you stay calm?
deep breaths, or counting
(brakes don't work here because you have to complete the task)
If you’re feeling left out or sad, this person in your class can be kind and cheer you up.
a friend or a teacher
Take your stuffies and teach them a dance, and then show your parents
putting on a show/dance recital
Before you yell or say something mean, it helps to take a breath and do this.
use coping skills
Does jumping, running, or dancing help you get your feelings out?
Bonus points, what is this called?
yes
bonus points active/exercise skills
These grown-ups work at Kids West and want to keep you safe and happy.
workers and leaders
Instead of a game on a screen, you can play one of these with cards or a game board.
uno, memory, puzzle
When you’re feeling upset, you can tell someone, “I feel ____.”
Mad
is taking a nap or relaxing a coping skill?
Yes! you can close your eyes and pretend you're at the beach to help your mind relax.
You can talk to this special helper who listens and helps kids with big feelings.
Claire or Mrs Rebecca
This is something you can do alone in your room with just the Alexa
Listen to princess stories or music
How do you ask for a break?
" I am feeling upset and think I need to cool down. May I take a break?"