Empathy - BrainPOP Jr.

How can you help someone who feels angry?

• Explain that they should always feel happy.

• Encourage them to take deep breaths.

• . Make them tell you a funny story.

• Tell them how you had a great day.

Mia tells Moby about her bad day at school. What should Moby do?

• Go to the park and play.

• Tell Mia about his day.

• . Ask Mia to tell a joke.

• Listen quietly as Mia talks.

Your friend lost a race and feels sad. What could you say to help her feel better?

• “Remember, you’re a really great runner!”

• “Maybe you shouldn’t run races anymore.”

• “I like to run, too!”

• “Why didn't you win?”

A new classmate is sitting alone at lunch. He looks sad. What could you say to make him feel better?

• “You should go to the library and read.”

• “Would you like to have lunch together?”

• “I have many friends to play with.”

• “Where did all of your friends go?”

Becca jumps up and down, talks quickly, and laughs. How do you think she feels?

• angry

• excited

• sad

• worried

A friend tells you why he feels upset. How can you show that you are listening and paying attention?

• Fold your arms and walk away.

• Tell him that he shouldn't be upset.

• Look down at your feet or hands.

• Face him and look him in the eyes.

Becca’s brother breaks her favorite toy. How do you think she feels?

• mad

• bored

• jealous

• embarrassed

What does the saying “put yourself in someone else’s shoes” mean?

• to calm someone down

• to walk next to someone

• to try on another person’s shoes to see if they fit you

• to imagine how you would feel if you were that person

Moby is crying and Mia wants to help. Moby doesn’t feel like talking about it. What can Mia say?

• “I’m sad you won’t talk to me about it.”

• “I’m here to listen when you’re ready.”

• . “You have nothing to be sad about!”

• “You forgot to turn in your homework.”

Moby is learning to skateboard and keeps falling down. Grandpop PRAISES Moby for trying hard and not giving up. What does PRAISE mean?

• to give a gift

• to play with

• to compliment

• to understand