Understanding Self Control Basics

What does "self-control" mean?

• Doing whatever you want all the time

• Controlling your actions and feelings

• Letting others make choices for you

• Forgetting to think before acting

Which of the following is an example of self-control?

• Yelling when you are angry

• Waiting your turn to speak

• Running in the hallway

• Grabbing toys from others

If you feel like eating a cookie before dinner but decide to wait, what are you showing?

• Self-control

• Laziness

• Forgetfulness

• Excitement

Which word is most related to self-control?

• Patience

• Anger

• Confusion

• Surprise

What should you do if you want to interrupt someone but know it’s not polite?

• Wait for your turn

• Shout louder

• Walk away

• Start talking anyway

Which of these is NOT an example of self-control?

• Finishing your homework before playing

• Pushing someone when you are upset

• Saying “please” and “thank you”

• Waiting in line patiently

Why is self-control important in school?

• It helps you get in trouble

• It helps you follow rules and learn better

• It makes you forget things

• It makes you run faster

If you feel like laughing during a serious moment, what should you do to show self-control?

• Laugh loudly

• Try to stay quiet

• Tell a joke

• Leave the room

Your friend is teasing you, and you feel angry. What is a good way to use self-control?

• Tease them back

• Take a deep breath and walk away

• Yell at them

• Ignore your feelings

You see a toy you want, but someone else is playing with it. What should you do to practice self-control?

• Grab the toy

• Wait until they are done

• Hide the toy

• Cry until you get it