Character Traits
Give two examples of "RANDOM" acts of kindness.
- opening the door for someone that you don't know/have never met
- give a compliment to a stranger
*multiple answers, judge decides
What is positive self-esteem?
feeling good about yourself
knowing the things that you do well
you believe in yourself
you are comfortable being you
Explain what TONE of VOICE means.
The tone that you use to state something can have different meanings based on how you say it.
For example, your tone can mean you are being sarcastic.
Name 2 strategies that to manage anxiety.
slow breathes
box breathing
exercise
talking to someone you trust
Name 2 ways to show CARING in the classroom.
Make good decisions
Do your best work
Be a good role model
Respect personal space
What does PERSERVERANCE mean?
Doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success
Believing one can achieve their goal
Perseverance is based on trying again and again, but it also encourages flexibility.
Name 2 ways you can improve your self esteem.
Think of the things you are good at.
Write down things you like about yourself.
Say positive and kind words to yourself.
Surround yourself with people who are kind to you and value you.
Body Language
Tell 2 ways we use body language to communicate our feelings, needs, show that we are listening, etc.
Name 2 ways the body responds when we feel strong emotions, such as fear, anxiety, frustration, sadness.
heart beats faster
breathing rate increases, labored breathing
fists, palms warm
face feels hot, red face, headache
tearful
racing thoughts
Name 2 ways to show RESPECT in the library.
Walk in quietly
Active listening
Wait your turn to talk
Use quiet voice or no voice
Treat items with care
1. Define what Empathy means.
2. Tell 2 ways you can show Empathy this week.
1. the ability to understand and share the feelings of another
2. ---
State 2 reasons why it is important to have positive self-esteem.
*Helps us appreciate, value and like ourselves as a person
*Allows you to be able to make decisions and assert yourself
-Recognize your strengths and positives
-Feel like you are able to try new or difficult things
-Show kindness towards yourself
-Move past mistakes without blaming yourself
Name 1 style of communications. (hint: 2 were talked about during family life lesson)
Assertive
Passive
Aggressive
What is the chorus or "hook" in "the Calm Down Song?"
hint: we watched and listened to the song in a video
Stop. Name your Feeling. Calm Down.
What are 3 ways you can show RESPONSIBILITY in the classroom?
come to school on time
bring required learning tools
complete assignments, tasks
follow classroom rules and procedures
1. What does it mean to be RESPONSIBLE?
2. State 2 ways you can show you are responsible at school today.
1. to take action and understand how our choices affect others, ourselves, and the world
a capacity for moral decisions and therefore accountable; capable of rational thought or action
taking ownership, doing our part
2. cleaning up your area regardless of whether all items are yours (throw trash away even if not yours)
* actively working on assignments given
* turning in completed work
* following the expectations in classroom, in all areas of the school
How is an orange like self esteem?
The peel is like your self esteem (shield). It protects you and helps you to float. Bounce back after bad things happen.
Name 3 ways we show others that we are Actively Listening.
Stop what you are doing
Look at the person talking
Think about what they are saying
Ignore distractions
Have a calm body
Show you understand (verbal or non-verbal)
Ask the person to explain if you don't understand
Give 3 examples of Positive Self Talk. -What could say to yourself?
I can do this.
I will get through this.
I will do the best I can.
I am a good student.
I will keep trying and I will achieve my goal.
Name 3 ways to show RESPECT on the playground.
listen to the adults, follow their directions
use equipment as it is intended to be used
treat property with care
leave nature alone
wait your turn
be kind with words and actions
accept differences
Name 5 of the Character Traits from this school year.
What 3 reasons why someone may have low self esteem
-Worry/concerns about how you look
-Stress
-Health problems
-Friendship problems
-Being bullied or abused
-Difficult time learning at school
-Experiencing prejudice or racism
-Problems at home
State what Assertive communication is/means.
State what Aggressive Communication is/mean.
1. Assertive communication is expressing your thoughts, feelings, opinions in a way that makes your views and needs clearly understood by others, without putting down their thoughts, feelings, or opinions. Tone of voice is kind. Appropriate voice level is used.
2. Aggressive communication is behavior where one expresses their feelings, needs, and rights without regard or respect for the needs, rights, and feelings of others. Tone of voice is unkind (i.e. sarcastic, yelling) Voice level might be louder than necessary.
Examples of an aggressive communication style include saying things like:
Name 4 PARTS of the BODY that can be effected when we have strong emotions. (Hint: recall the video we watched on this)
Heart (heat may beat faster)
Stomach ("butterflies," knot, upset)
Head (may get red/hot, ache)
Lungs (breathing rate)
BRAIN (amygdala)
Name 5 ways to show Safety, Responsibility, Respect and Caring in the CAFETERIA.
follow cafeteria procedures
always walk
clean up after yourself
use appropriate voice level
wait your turn
listen to adults and follow their directions
finish eating on time