True or False?
True or False - Crossing arms tightly can show that you are happy.
False - This feeling is most likely anger. When people are angry, they might cross their arms tightly.
This feeling makes you smile when something good happens.
Happy or happiness
When you feel nervous, your heart might do this faster.
Beat faster or feel like a pounding drum.
What is a coping skill or calming strategy?
Something you can do to help yourself feel better, feel calmer, or more happy.
When a character loses something important, they often feel this emotion.
Sad, upset, disappointed
True or False - Jumping up and down might mean that someone is excited.
True - Some people show excitement by jumping up and down.
You feel this way when you miss someone or something important to you.
Sadness or sad
This sensation often happens in your stomach when you feel excited or scared.
Butterflies in your stomach, stomach might hurt, or it might feel funny.
If you feel upset, taking a few deep breaths can help you feel…
Calm, peaceful, relaxed, happy, etc.
In a story, a character feels this when they find a lost toy and return it to a friend.
Kindness or kind
True or False - You should hit someone or something when you are feeling angry.
False - You should never hit others or things when you are angry. There are other things to do to calm down when you are angry.
This feeling happens when you are upset because something unfair occurred.
Anger
When you are angry, your muscles might feel this way, as if they are tightening.
Tight or tense.
When is it appropriate to talk to an adult about your feelings?
A character feels this when they win a race or competition.
Happy or pride
True or False - Wide eyes and open mouth often show that you are surprised.
True - When people are surprised, they might have wide eyes, or open their mouths. This shows they might be surprised.
Feeling this means you are scared or worried about something.
Fear, anxiety
When you feel cold, your body might…
Shake, shiver, get a chill
Take deep breaths, count to 10, go to a calming corner/space, think good thoughts, talk to an adult, etc.
This emotion is common in stories when a character feels that something unexpected has happened.
Surprised or shocked
True or False - A look down and a small frown can show that you are excited.
False - When you look down and have a frown, you might be feeling embarrassed, sad, or guilty.
This complex feeling can include confusion, surprise, and sometimes nervousness all at once.
Anxiety
If you feel tired, your body might feel…
What can you say to yourself if you are having strong emotions or a tough day?
You might say, "I can do this", "I believe in myself", "I can do hard things", "I am calm and in control", etc.
A character feels this emotion when they face a big challenge but keep trying anyway.
Brave, courageous, motivated