Name that Emotion
Your face gets hot, your fists clench, and you want to shout. What emotion is this?
Anger
True or False: Everyone feels anxious sometimes.
True
What is one healthy way to let someone know you’re upset?
Use “I” statements / talk calmly / ask for space
Name a super quick calm-down skill you can use anytime.
Deep breath / drink water / stretch
What is active listening?
Looking at the speaker, quiet mouth, thinking about their words
You feel warm inside, smile a lot, and want to hug someone. What emotion are you feeling?
Love or Happiness
Name one physical sign that your body might be feeling anxious.
Examples: fast heartbeat, sweaty hands, stomach ache, shaky hands
What body signal might warn you that your anger is rising?
Examples: tight jaw, hot face, loud voice, clenched fists
What is one grounding skill that uses your senses?
5-4-3-2-1 grounding / noticing sounds or colors around you
Say this using an I-statement: “You’re so annoying for taking my pencil!”
“I feel frustrated when my things are taken without asking.”
You’re shaking a little, your heart is beating fast, and you want to hide. What emotion is this?
Fear
When anxiety gives you “what if” thoughts, what is one question you can ask yourself to check if it’s true?
“Is this fact or a fear?” / “Do I have evidence?”
Fill in the blank: “It’s okay to feel angry, but it’s not okay to ______.”
Hurt yourself or others / break things
Imagine you are a balloon filling with air. You take a deep breath in, and slowly let it out. What skill is this?
Deep breathing / belly breathing
What are two signs someone is trying to communicate a feeling without using words?
Body language and facial expressions
You worked really hard on a project and your teacher says “Great job!” What emotion might you feel?
Proud
Describe one real-life time when you felt anxious and what helped you feel better.
(Reflection answer varies)
Describe one situation where you got angry but handled it well. What did you do?
(Reflection answer varies)
You’re stressed after school. What’s one activity you can do at home to relax your body and brain?
Examples: drawing, music, reading, playing outside, mindfulness
You need help but feel nervous asking. What’s a clear, respectful way to ask for help?
“Can you please help me with ___? I’m having trouble.”
You feel two emotions at the same time: excited for a sleepover but sad your parents won’t be there. What is this called?
Mixed Emotions
You’re anxious about trying something new. Give two coping strategies you can use in the moment.
Examples: deep breaths, positive self-talk, 5-4-3-2-1 grounding, asking for help, taking a break
You feel explosive anger building. Name three tools you can use to prevent an outburst.
Examples: walk away, count to 10, deep breathing, talk to someone, squeeze a stress ball, use coping statements
Create your own “Calm Down Plan.” What three steps would you include?
(Reflection answers vary; examples: breathe → positive thought → action like taking space)
our brother keeps bothering you when you want time alone, and it makes you upset.
What are two ways you can communicate your needs calmly and try to solve the problem without arguing or becoming physically aggressive?
“Use an I-statement like: ‘I feel frustrated when I don’t get quiet time. I need a little space right now.’”
“Set a clear boundary: ‘I’m going to my room for 10 minutes to calm down.’”
“Offer a compromise: ‘Let’s play together later, but right now I need a break.’”
“Ask for help from an adult before things explode.”
“Walk away and take space calmly instead of reacting to the teasing.”