About Me
Where is Ms. Lydia from?
Texas, United States of America
Show us how to make a new friend.
Introduce yourself. Invite them to play. Ask to join. Tell them something about yourself.
True/False - I can come see Ms. Lydia whenever I want.
False. You need permission from the teacher and she needs to make sure I'm available.
True/False - All my feelings are okay.
True.
Describe Bugs and Wishes. How can you use it?
It bugs me when....I wish you would....
Use when someone is annoying you.
Does Ms. Lydia have kids?
Yes - two daughters (Christy and Norah)
Show us what you would do if someone is saying mean things to your friends.
Speak out and tell them that's not nice. Let a teacher know.
True/False. I will always be allowed to talk to Ms. Lydia.
What are signs that you are getting angry? What happens to your body?
Red face, feeling hot, sweaty, wanting to run, wanting to hit or kick, making fists
If someone is teasing you - "You're stupid" what choices do you have?
Ignore, walk away, Bug and Wish
Does Ms. Lydia like Egyptian Food?
Yes, especially Molokheya
Show us what you would do if someone wants to join your football game and you've already made teams.
Find a way to include them (referee, subbing in) or invite them to join tomorrow.
True/False - Classroom rules do not apply when Ms. Lydia vists our class
False. Follow the same rules as always
What can you do to calm down when you are feeling angry?
Go for a walk, take a drink of water, deep breathing, fists and relax
When is a good time to use the choice "Go to another game"
People aren't following the rules; I'm not having fun anymore; I tried to join late and they aren't including me.
What is my favorite type of breathing?
Hot Chocolate breathing
Show us what you would do if your friend tells you that they won't be your friend anymore if you don't do what they say.
You can say that this is not how friendship works. You are not going to do something if it's wrong or you aren't comfortable doing it.
True/False - Interrupting is okay when what I have to say is important
False. Interrupting is never okay, especially when we are trying to work through a fight together. The first step is to listen.
What are signs that you are feeling worried? What happens to your body?
stomach hurts, feeling shaky
What is one way that you can Cool Off if you are feeling angry?
Deep breathing, running, playing with fidgets, drinking water, doing some stretches, talking to an adult, drawing
Where is my office?
Room 227 between class and the library in the Grade 6 hall
Show us what you can do if your teacher asks you to do something that you don't want to do.
Take time to calm down if you are frustrated. Do what they have asked and come back and tell your teacher how you were feeling later.
True/False - If someone is hitting me, I can hit/kick them back.
False. You should never hit or kick back. Walk away / Tell a Teacher
What can you do when you are worried?
Talk or write it out, lock it up in a box in your mind and pull it out once a day, breathing, draw/name your worries, find something to laugh about
When is a good time to use the choice "Share and Take Turns"
Sharing supplies in the class; the large blocks on the playground