Friends
Max looks annoyed because he has not had a turn to look at the picture his friend is showing.
What is he thinking and feeling?
He is sad, disappointed, frustrated, etc. that they were excluded.
It is a rainy day and William’s after school plans have been cancelled.
What is William thinking and feeling?
He may be sad he will not be able to do it today and disappointed that his plans were changed.
After basketball practice you go back to the locker room with your team to change. When you are done dressing, you can't find your shoes.
What would someone think or feel in this situation?
Worried you can't find your shoes.
You borrowed your sister's skates one day without asking and they broke while you were using them.
How would she feel?
Angry you took them and broke them, and sad over not being able to use them anymore.
You got home from school late because you stopped by your teachers class to ask for help. When you walked in the door your mom had a worried look on her face.
What is she thinking and feeling?
She was worried about your safety because you didn't tell her you were going to be late and she is thinking about how she will react.
On your friend's birthday, he opens the door to his house and to you, his friends, and his family saying “surprise!”.
What is your friend thinking and feeling?
He is super happy, excited, grateful, and more. He could be trying to figure out how everyone was able to surprise him.
Your class is taking a test and there is no talking allowed. The person sitting next to you is writing their answers and their pencil breaks.
What are they thinking and feeling?
They may be feeling worried, frustrated, nervous and more. They could be thinking about why this happened during a test and/or considering if and how they need to "break" the no talking rule.
You have been waiting all day for lunch to come because you are starving. Finally class gets over and you get to go to lunch. Except, when you go to get your lunch, it's not there. You probably left it at home.
How would someone in this situation be thinking and feeling?
Angry, frustrated, sad, and more that they do not have something to eat.
Your brother is really annoying you and won't leave you alone.
What is he feeling and thinking?
He may be lonely and interested in talking or hanging out with you.
You accidentally broke your mom's picture frame when playing in the house.
How might she feel?
She may be angry and sad that the picture was broken.
Rob lost his favorite football at recess and has looked everywhere to find it.
What is he thinking and feeling?
He is sad, anxious, frustrated, and more. He could be thinking about where he last had it.
You are taking a test and the guy beside you asks for your help. He wants to know what you put for answer number two.
What is he thinking and feeling?
He may be nervous or worried about getting a good grade.
You see someone ask to join the project grop next to you and they say no.
How does that make them feel?
They feel: Embarrassed, mad, sad
Your sister keeps hogging the TV and won't let you watch your favorite shows.
What is she thinking and feeling?
She is very invested in her shows and may feel irritated you are interrupting her.
You are eating dinner at a nice restaurant with your parents and their friends. You have a really messy dinner and accidentally flip a noodle into the lady's lap. They are busy talking and don't notice.
What will she think and feel?
She will be confused and angry/frustrated when she notices the noodle & stain.
A classmate asked to play soccer with your group of friends at recess. He was told that the teams are full and he needed to find someone else to play with.
What is he thinking and feeling?
They may be sad and disappointed that they were excluded.
You were playing tetherball and were the champion so far. In the next game, you slightly touched the rope. Only one classmate saw you touch the rope.
What are they thinking and feeling?
They may get frustrated that you won by cheating.
You were at school and you were running in the hallway. You bumped into someone, making them drop all their stuff.
What are they thinking and feeling?
They may be angry and in shock from the collision.
You are trying to do your homework but your brother's video game is really loud. It's making it difficult for you to focus.
What is he thinking and feeling?
He is very focused on his game.
Your parents asked you to finish your report a few nights ago and you said you did. Now it is the night before it is due and you need their help finishing it.
What are they thinking and feeling?
Disappointed/angry you did not start earlier, but may be ready to help you get it done.
Your friend isn't being nice to some peers and wants you to join in. You like those students and don't feel good about doing this.
How are those peers feeling and thinking?
They feel hurt and will likely not be friends with you in the future.
Your classmate Jaina's best friend is moving to a new school.
What is Jaina thinking and feeling?
What is her best friend thinking and feeling?
Jaina feels very sad, worried, and lonely. She is thinking about how much she will miss her friend and her life might change.
Her friend feels sad, nervous, excited, and scared because she is moving away from her friend as well as moving to a new school and place.
You are watching a group presentation in front of the class and it's a person's turn to talk. All of a sudden they sneeze. They cover it with their hand, but now their nose is really runny.
What are they thinking and feeling?
They may feel embarrassed and thinking about how to leave the presentation and clean up.
You were carrying juice back to the table and your sibling knocked it "accidentally" out of your hands. Now it is all over the floor and your mom wants to know what happened.
What is your sibling thinking and feeling?
What is your mom thinking and feeling?
Your sibling may be angry and nervous about what your mom will do.
Your mom may be curious and/or angry.
Gary has been playing video games for three hours. His parents told him that is enough screen time for today.
What is Gary thinking and feeling?
What are his parents thinking and feeling?
Gary may be sad, frustrated, and not want to stop playing. He may be thinking of ways to continue playing or what to do instead.
Gary's parents may be worried or disapprove of the amount of time he is playing. They are thinking about his health.