Emotion Detective
What emotion is someone feeling if they are smiling, laughing, and relaxed?
Happy
Name one coping skill you can use when you feel upset.
deep breathing, take a break, talk to someone
Someone bumps into you by accident. What’s the expected response?
say “it’s okay” or move on
Is raising your hand in class expected or unexpected?
expected
What does perspective taking mean?
understanding someone else’s point of view
What emotion might someone feel if their heart is racing and they’re worried about a test?
Anxiety / Nervous
What coping skill involves slowing your breathing and focusing on your body?
deep breathing
You’re losing a game and feel upset. What’s a good choice?
stay calm, use coping skills
Is yelling across the classroom expected or unexpected?
unexpected
Why is perspective taking important in friendships?
helps reduce conflict
Name one physical sign your body gives when you're getting angry.
clenched fists, fast heartbeat, tense body
When should you use coping skills: before, during, or after a problem?
all three - Always use your coping skills
You feel overwhelmed in class. What’s an appropriate strategy?
ask for help, take a break, use coping skill
Why are expected behaviors important in school?
helps learning, safety, respect
If someone is in a bad mood, what’s one thing you should consider?
something else might be going on
What is the difference between feeling frustrated and feeling angry?
annoyed/stuck, anger = stronger emotional reaction
What is positive self-talk?
talking to yourself in a helpful/encouraging way
A friend ignores your text. What’s one possible explanation besides “they’re mad”?
busy, phone died, forgot
Can a behavior be expected in one place but unexpected in another? Give an example.
yes (talking loudly at lunch vs class)
What’s one question you can ask yourself to understand someone else better?
How would I feel in their situation?
A student says, “I don’t care,” after failing a test but avoids eye contact and shuts down. What emotion are they most likely actually feeling and why?
sadness, embarrassment, or shame (defense mechanism)
Why might a coping skill work in one situation but not another, and what should you do when that happens?
different situations require different strategies; you adjust and try another skill
You feel disrespected by a peer in front of others. What is the best response that protects both your dignity and avoids escalation?
stay calm, address later, use assertive communication, walk away
A student jokes loudly during class and others laugh. Why might this still be considered unexpected behavior?
disrupts learning, wrong setting even if others like it
Two students get into an argument. One says, “He started it.” The other says the same thing. What does this tell you about perspective, and what skill is needed to resolve it?
both see it differently; need perspective-taking + communication