Name That Feeling!
What is the feeling when your heart races, your fists clench, and you want to yell?
Anger
What can you do if you're about to hit someone?
Take deep breaths, walk away, count to 10
If someone takes your seat at lunch, should you (A) Yell at them, (B) Ask politely for your seat back, or (C) Tell a teacher?
B or C
What should you do first when you have a problem?
Calm down so you can think clearly
What is the feeling when someone takes your toy without asking?
Frustration/Anger
What is a way to calm down using your hands?
Squeeze a stress ball, draw, or play with putty
Your little sibling takes your toy. What should you do instead of hitting?
Use words, tell an adult, ask for it back nicely
Who are safe people you can talk to when you're upset?
Parents, teachers, counselors, trusted adults
What is the feeling when you regret something you did?
Guilt
What should you do if you feel like yelling at someone?
Use an inside voice, take a deep breath, or step away
You feel really mad at your best friend. What is one thing you can do before talking to them?
Cool down first, take deep breaths, walk away for a moment
If you're mad at a friend, what is one way to work it out?
Talk about it calmly, listen to their side, find a solution together
What is the feeling when you try really hard but things don’t go your way?
Disappointment
How can movement help when you're mad?
Jumping jacks, running, dancing, stretching, etc.
If you break something when angry, what is a responsible way to handle it?
Apologize, clean it up, find a way to fix it
What is something you can do if you're about to lose control?
Take a break, deep breaths, use a coping strategy
What is the feeling when you feel out of control and really upset?
Overwhelmed
What is a positive self-talk phrase to calm down?
“I am in control.” “I can handle this.” “I can take a deep breath.”
If you get angry every time you lose a game, what could you do to change that?
Remind yourself it’s okay to lose, focus on having fun, practice good sportsmanship
Why is it important to solve problems without hurting others?
It helps keep friendships, avoids getting in trouble, and makes you feel proud of yourself