Definitions
An emotion that we experience when something happens that we do not like. This is an emotion that everyone has and is very powerful. It can be dangerous if we do not help ourselves when we have this emotion
Anger
Not everyone gets angry
False. Everyone in the whole world gets angry sometimes.
Name one person you can talk to if you felt angry.
A trusted adult
True or False. It is ok to express your anger.
True
This is something we know babies and toddlers to often have when they feel angry because they don't know how to manage their emotions. This usually includes stomping their feet, crying, and yelling.
Temper tantrum
If you are always angry, your friends will not enjoy spending time with you.
True
How do you ask for help if you're feeling angry?
I'm feeling angry, can you help me calm down please?
True or False. Punching a pillow is an appropriate way to express your anger.
False - there are MANY other healthy ways we can express our anger.
Name something in common we can do with all of these people when we feel angry: Parent, Family Member, Teacher, Principal, Trusted Adult
Talk to them about our feelings
Getting really angry can make you feel out of control.
True.
The 3 steps we learned to calm our anger today are:
Stop, Breathe, Count to 3
Taking alone time is a good way for me to help myself when I feel angry.
Yes! As long as I talk to someone about my anger once I feel calm.
Name two appropriate ways to help myself when I'm feeling angry.
Stop, Breathe, Count to 3; Deep Breaths; talk to a friend/ trusted adult; walk away; take some alone time; etc.
The only way to get people to listen to me when I'm angry is to have a temper tantrum.
False.
What type of behaviour is inappropriate when expressing anger. Give two examples.
Stomping feet, yelling, screaming, etc.
True or False. It is healthy to NOT tell anyone I am feeling angry, and to keep it to myself.
False - it is important to talk to someone about feeling angry.
Squishing play doh, talking to a trusted adult, or taking alone time are all good way to:
C____ D____.
Calm Down.
Most people do not like to feel angry
True.
If what we tried to help ourselves does not work, what should we do?
Try again! OR Try something new!
True or False. Our feelings are important because they help us to deal with situations that happen every day.
True!