Coping Skills
You're feeling nervous before a math test. Which coping skill would be best?
a) take a few deep breaths
b) talk to your friends
c) take a walk at the playground
a) take a few deep breaths
You studied hard for your spelling test and got every word right. Your teacher gives you a high five. How might you feel?
a) worried
b) proud
c) nervous
b) Proud
Bonus Question: What is something that made you feel proud this year?
The "C" in CHAMPs stands for conversation. While the teacher is explaining directions, which conversation level would be best?
a) Level 2- small group conversation volume
b) Level 1- quiet speaking volume
c) Level 0- silence
c) Level 0- silence
Bonus question: What is another scenario where a voice level 0 is appropriate?
James is looking down at the floor and avoiding eye contact. He has a hand on his stomach. Which emotion is James most likely feeling?
a) exhausted
b) angry
c) nervous
C) Nervous
Feelings of nervousness and worry often manifest as physical symptoms such as a stomachache or headache.
Bonus Question: What is one supportive statement you can say to James?
Which phrase should you use if you want to tell someone you disagree with them in a polite way?
a) You're wrong
b) I have a different opinion
c) That is a terrible idea
B) "I have a different opinion"
By using this phrase you are telling the other person you disagree with them without making them feel bad or insulting their point of view.
You're beginning to feel overwhelmed because the noise level at the playground is too loud. Which coping skill would be best?
a) drawing
b) listen to music
c) walk away to a quieter spot
c) walk away to a quieter spot
It's your turn to speak during a class presentation and everyone is looking at you. Your heart is beating fast and your hands feel sweaty. How might you be feeling?
a) angry
b) tired
c) nervous
C) Nervous
The "H" in CHAMPs stands for help. At the CHAMPs store, who can you ask for help?
Dr. Gabi, Ms. Debbie, or your teacher/TA
Sally's face is turning red. She is clenching her fists and begins yelling. What emotion is Sally most likely feeling?
a) Angry
b) Confidant
c) Embarrassed
a) Angry
The color of a person's face and what they do with their hands are great clues for predicting how they are feeling.
You are upset because someone cut you in line. What should you do before reacting?
a) push them
b) complain loudly so the whole class hears
c) take a deep breath and calmly speak to them
c) take a deep breath and calmly speak to them
You feel embarrassed because you answered a question wrong in front of the class. Which coping skill is best?
a) tell yourself "everyone makes mistakes"
b) eat a healthy snack
c) do jumping jacks
a) tell yourself "everyone makes mistakes"
Bonus Question: Movement breaks are coping skills they do not work for every situation. What is a situation where a movement break might be a useful coping skill?
You were really looking forward to playing soccer with your friends during recess. But when recess begins, your friends all decide to play hide and seek instead. How might you be feeling?
a) scared
b) disappointed
c) hopeful
b) disappointed
The "M" in CHAMPs stands for movement. What type of movement should we be doing during a fire drill.
a) walking in a line
b) running quickly to the exit
c) waving to your friends from other classes
a) walking in a line
Mary's eyes look watery. Her arms are hanging by her side and she is speaking very quietly. How might she be feeling?
a) Bored
b) Sad
c) Jealous
Sadness can be detected by looking at a person's face or the tone/volume of their voice.
a) tell them tag is boring and walk away
b) take turns playing each game
c) ignore your friend for the rest of the day
b) take turns playing each game
Bonus Question: What is it called when you find a way for everyone to get a little of what they want by meeting in the middle? (Hint: Starts with a "C")
You're sad because you were picked to go last during the jeopardy game. Which coping skill would be best?
a) draw a picture of how you feel
b) close your eyes and use a fidget toy and your desk while you wait for your turn
c) Go to the playground and swing on the swings
b) close your eyes and use a fidget toy and your desk while you wait for your turn
You stayed up all night playing video games. Now during math class you have a headache and keep putting your head down on your desk. How might you be feeling?
a) annoyed
b) exhausted
c) surprised
b) exhausted
Bonus Question: what is one night time routine that can encourage healthy sleep?
The "P" in CHAMPs stands for participation. Which example is the best way to show active participation during a group discussion?
a) talking over other and sharing your ideas first
b) listening, waiting your turn, and adding to others' ideas
c) staying quiet the entire time
b) listening, waiting your turn, and adding to others' ideas
Sam is tilting his head to the side, furrowing his eyebrows slightly, and asking a lot of questions. How might he be feeling?
a) Frustrated
b) Excited
c) Curious
C) Curious
You accidentally bumped into someone and made them trip. What should you do next?
a) blame someone else so you don't get in trouble
b) pretend it didn't happen
c) apologize and check to see if they are okay
c) apologize and check to see if they are okay
One of your classmates continues to say hurtful things to you. Which coping skill would be best?
a) asking a teacher for help
b) using a fidget toy
c) taking a walk
a) asking a teacher for help
Your classmate won the art contest. You put in a lot of time and effort into your project and really wanted to win. How might you be feeling?
a) Focused
b) Irritated
c) Happy
b) Irritated
Bonus Question: what is something you can do to make yourself feel better if you are in a bad mood?
The "A" in CHAMPs stands for activity. What is the correct activity when it is time for math?
a) line up to leave the classroom
b) get out your math book and pencil
c) start free drawing
b) get out your math book and pencil
Tim is tapping his foot quickly, looking around the room, and keeps looking at the clock. How might he be feeling?
a) Anxious
b) Upset
c) Surprised
A) Anxious
You weren't picked to go first during gym class and you are feeling angry and disappointed. What is a positive choice you can make in this situation?
a) Demand to go first because it's not fair
b) quit the game and refuse to play
c) say to yourself, "it's just a game and I will still get a turn soon"
c) say to yourself, "it's just a game and I will still get a turn soon"
Bonus Questions: Positive self-talk is a great strategy to use when we feel strong emotions. Give an example of a positive statement you can say to yourself.