Social-Emotional

Shifting Perspectives

100

I missed every basketball shot at PE today, I will never be good at basketball.

I missed every basketball shot at PE today, but if I keep practicing, I will make more shots.

200

I forgot my essay at home, my parents won't stop nagging me about my grades, and I dropped my sandwich on the floor - I can't seem to do anything right.

I forgot my essay at home, my parents won't stop nagging me about my grades, and I dropped my sandwich on the floor - I really have a lot going on right now, I should seek support from my friends/teacher/other supportive person.

300

My friend isn't being a good friend - she has barely said anything to me all day, and she walked away when I tried to play with her at recess.

My friend has barely said anything to me all day, and she walked away when I tried to play with her at recess - it seems like something is wrong, maybe she needs some space today.

Triggers & Mood Management

100

Anger: identify your triggers

Ex: little sibling taking my toys, getting a low grade on a test

200

Anxiety: identify your triggers

Ex: the unknown, social situations, upcoming obligations/due dates

300

Anger: identify 2 strategies to manage/cope with anger

Ex: deep breath, stress ball, count to 10

400

Anxiety: identify 2 ways to manage/cope with feelings of anxiety

Ex: progressive muscle relaxation, listen to relaxing music, deep breathing, draw/color

Body Awareness

100

Hands are sweaty, heart is pounding, thoughts are racing, jittery limbs. Which emotion? 

Anxiety or anger

200

Describe how your body feels when you are feel calm.

Mind is quiet, limbs are relaxed/not moving involuntarily, heart is beating slowly

300

I can't think straight and I am feeling irritable, I might be feeling...

Overwhelmed, tired

Thinking of Others

100

How does one take accountability for their actions that acknowledges the feelings of/impact on someone else?

I hear how my actions/behavior made you feel (e.g. sad, mad, frustrated, disappointed), and I am sorry. I will/will not do/act [______________] next time.

200

What is a *not* helpful response to your friend saying that they're having a bad day?

Ex: "at least it's not as bad as my bad day last week"; "it's not a big deal"; "it doesn't sound that bad, I think you're over-reacting"

300

You notice your friend has been more quiet recently, has been avoiding eye contact, and has stopped showing up for basketball practice - what are 3 things you can do?

1. share your concern with Ms. Calvello so she can check-in with that person :) 

2. ask your friend if everything is ok 

3. express your concern/worry for them