Cooling Down When I'm Hot!
aligned to General Casel 2a
Learning Objective
I can identify healthy ways to respond when I feel angry.
Lesson Flow
Watch Video
Coping Skills For Kids - Managing Feelings & Emotions For Elementary-Middle School | Self-Regulation
Mental Health Center Kids
Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Triggers are stressful things that cause your emotions to run wild; examples include losing a game, feeling embarrassed, or being hungry.
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The first step to managing big emotions is to notice and identify the emotions you are feeling, and you can ask yourself questions like 'What am I thinking?' and 'What do I feel in my body?'
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Coping skills can be broken down into four categories: relaxation skills, distraction skills, movement skills, and thinking skills.
Practice
3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Name three healthy ways to respond when you feel angry, as discussed in the video.”
Teacher Guide
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