Calm Down Strategies and Emotions

Mrs. Atkins introduces a lesson on calming down, using Maya's story to illustrate techniques like deep breathing and positive self-talk. Students are encouraged to choose their own strategies to manage emotions and solve problems effectively. The lesson concludes with a music video reinforcing these techniques.

What is the main topic of today's lesson?

• Healthy eating habits

• Importance of exercise

• Ways to calm down

• How to complete homework

What emotion did Maya feel when she didn't win the pencil?

• Anger

• Fear

• Happiness

• Sadness

Which of the following is NOT a step mentioned to calm down?

• Positive self-talk

• Counting

• Deep breathing

• Jumping

What does Maya do to help herself calm down?

• She goes for a walk

• She takes a nap

• She counts slowly

• She eats a snack

What is positive self-talk compared to in the lesson?

• Talking to a friend

• Coaching yourself

• Listening to music

• Writing in a journal

What problem does Maya solve after calming down?

• She finds her lost pencil

• She helps a friend

• She asks for a rematch

• She finishes her homework

What does the teacher think about Maya's attitude in the video?

• It had a bit more attitude than needed

• It was too aggressive

• It was too passive

• It was perfect

Which calm down strategy does the teacher prefer?

• Deep breathing

• Self-talk

• Counting

• Listening to music

What should you do before strong feelings take over?

• Ignore them

• Act on them immediately

• Take their power

• Talk to someone

What is the purpose of the calm down music video?

• To teach a new concept

• To entertain students

• To reinforce the lesson

• To provide background noise