SEL in the Library

Feelings First

100

😊 What feeling is this?

Happy

200

Your stomach feels tight, and your hands are sweaty before speaking in front of class. What emotion might you be feeling?

Nervous/Anxious

300

True or False: It’s okay to feel angry sometimes.

True

400

If a classmate looks sad after dropping their ice cream, what’s something kind you could say?

“I’m sorry that happened. Do you want to play with me?” or similar

500

Name two good ways to calm down when you feel upset.

Take deep breaths, count to 10, talk to an adult, draw, etc.

Kindness Counts

100

You see a pencil on the floor. What’s the kind thing to do?

Pick it up and give it to the owner/teacher

200

Someone in class gets a new haircut. What’s a kind thing you could say?

“I like your haircut!”

300

Your friend forgot their snack. What could you do?

Share, sit with them, offer part of your snack if allowed

400

True or False: Saying “please” and “thank you” is one way to show kindness.

True

500

You notice someone sitting alone at recess. What could you do?

Invite them to play or sit together

Teamwork Time

100

You and a partner are building a puzzle. What should you do if both of you want the same piece?

Take turns / work together

200

True or False: Teamwork means only one person gets to talk.

False

300

Your group is reading together, and one person isn’t paying attention. What could you do to help?

Kindly remind them, invite them back to the task

400

What is one thing you can say to show good teamwork?

“Great idea!” “Let’s try it your way.” etc.

500

Why is listening important when working as a team?

So everyone’s ideas are heard and respected

Library Life

100

True or False: It’s okay to shout across the library if you see your friend.

False

200

You see a book on the floor. What should you do?

Pick it up and give it to the librarian

300

What should you do if the book you want is already checked out?

Put it on hold, wait your turn, or choose another book

400

A classmate bumps into you in line by accident. What’s a respectful way to respond?

“It’s okay,” “Excuse me,” or move back in line

500

You notice someone hasn’t found a book yet. How could you help?

Suggest a book, show them where to look, ask if they’d like help

What Would You Do?

100

You see someone drop their crayon box. What would you do?

Help pick them up

200

A friend is sad because they can’t find their favorite book. What would you do?

Help them look, suggest another book

300

A new student doesn’t know where to sit at lunch. What would you do?

Invite them to sit with you

400

You’re in a group project and two people disagree. What would you do?

Help them compromise, suggest taking turns, listen to both ideas

500

You hear a classmate being teased. What could you do?

Tell the teaser to stop, comfort the classmate, get an adult