Feelings
What are emotions like happy, sad, or excited called?
They are called feelings.
What do we call it when we change and improve over time?
It is called growing.
What does it mean to understand how someone else feels?
It is called empathy.
What is one thing that helps you learn?
Practice, time, effort, or help from others can help you learn.
What does it mean to think deeply about big ideas?
It means using philosophy to think about life and ideas.
What does it mean if something is “natural”?
It means it happens normally or is part of who we are.
How do we learn new things?
We learn by trying and having experiences.
What is something kind you can do for someone?
You can help, share, include, or listen.
What does effort mean?
It means trying your best.
What does it mean to have a belief?
A belief is something you think is true or important.
True or False: Some feelings are bad and should not be felt.
This is false.
What is something that helps us get better over time?
Practice helps us get better.
True or False: You can always tell how someone feels just by looking.
This is false.
Who are people that can help you learn?
Teachers, friends, and family can help you learn.
Why is it okay for people to have different ideas?
People have different experiences and perspectives.
Why are feelings important?
They help us understand ourselves and others.
What is something we can learn from when we are trying something new?
We can learn from mistakes.
What is one way you can respond to someone who feels sad?
You can help them, talk to them, or include them.
Why is a safe classroom important?
It helps students feel comfortable trying and learning.
How can thinking about your feelings help you understand others?
It helps you use empathy and understand how others might feel.
Give an example of a feeling and when you might feel it.
Answers will vary (e.g., feeling happy when playing with friends).
Why is it okay to not learn something right away?
Learning takes time and effort.
Why do small acts of kindness matter?
Small actions can make a big difference in how someone feels.
What is one thing you believe about learning?
Answers will vary (e.g., learning takes time or effort).
How are all these ideas connected: feelings, growth, kindness, and learning?
They all help us understand ourselves, others, and how we grow.