Shout vs Yell vs Scream
Someone calls a friend across the playground. What kind of voice is it?
Shouting (loud but OK)
A kid is yelling because they are very tired and overwhelmed. Why?
Tired Yelling
Someone is shouting your name across the playground. What should you do?
Answer or ask them to come closer
Shouting to get someone’s attention—is it OK or not?
🟢OK
A kid shouts loudly during class without realizing. What type is it?
🔊 Loud Habit (Shout)
Someone screams during an argument because they are very upset. What is this?
Screaming (big feelings, out of control)
A kid shouts from far away. Why?
to be heard. Attention shouting
Someone is yelling because they are upset. What should you do?
Step back, stay calm, talk later
Talking loudly without noticing—is it OK or not?
🟢 Usually OK (just needs adjusting)
A kid screams during a fight because they’re overwhelmed. What type is it?
🌊 Feeling Yelling / Screaming
Someone says “STOP!” loudly when their toy is grabbed. What is this?
Stop shouting (boundary)
A kid screams after losing a game. Why?
Feeling yelling
Someone yells “STOP!” at you. What should you do?
Stop and give space
Yelling because of big feelings—is it OK or not?
🟠Not ideal, needs calming
A kid yells “JUST STOP!” after a long day. What type is it?
🪫 Tired Shouting (Yelling)
Someone talks very loudly in class without noticing. What is this?
Loud habit (shout)
A kid uses a loud voice to say “STOP!” Why?
Setting a boundary
Someone is yelling to scare you. What should you do?
Move away and tell an adult
Saying “STOP!” loudly to protect yourself—is it OK or not?
🟡OK
A kid shouts “Hey!” across the field. What type is it?
📣 Attention Shouting
Someone yells in another kid’s face to scare them. What is this?
Scary yelling
A kid yells to someone in scary voice. Why?
To control or intimidate (scary yelling)
Someone is just talking loudly in class. What should you do?
Ignore or remind them to use a quieter voice
Yelling in someone’s face—is it OK or not?
🔴Not OK
A kid yells in someone’s face to scare them. What type is it?
🚨 Scary Yelling / Screaming