Big Emotions

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Objective

I can identify healthy ways to respond when I have a big emotion.

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Warm-up video

Mental Health Center Kids · 5:30

We don't generate video — this one is by Mental Health Center Kids on YouTube. The practice questions and exit ticket below were drafted by AI for this objective, and every question is editable in the teacher guide.

Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

Name the three steps for managing big emotions that were discussed in the video.

2

Give an example of a situation that might trigger a big emotion for you.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

You feel really angry because your sibling broke your favorite toy. Describe one healthy way you could respond to this big emotion. You are feeling very anxious about a test you have to take tomorrow. Describe one healthy way you could respond to this big emotion.

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