A classmate is about to go on stage for a school play. He is quiet, fidgeting, and says her stomach hurts. What might she be feeling? How could you support her?
He might be nervous or anxious. You could say, “You practiced a lot. You’ll do great!” or give her a thumbs-up to show support.
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Your class schedule changed. Your class will have an assembly instead of art class. Your friend was supposed to present his project today. How do you think he is feeling?
Relieved/Happy
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You got home from school really late because you stopped by the river on the way home and threw rocks. When you walked in the door your mom was waiting for you. How do you think she was feeling?
Worried/Angry
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After soccer practice you hand out birthday invitations to everyone except a little boy you didn’t know. As you were leaving you saw him crying and talking to his mom. Why was the boy crying? How was he feeling?
Left out/Hurt
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You are watching a movie with your little sister about the coolest monster ever. You look over at you sister and her eyes are wide and she is shaking. How do you think she feels?
Scared
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Your friend was shooting baskets in PE class and missed every shot. How do you think he felt?
Defeated/Frustrated
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A student answers a question wrong and some kids laugh. She blushes and looks at her desk. What is she probably feeling? What would be a kind reaction?
She is probably embarrassed. You could smile kindly, avoid laughing, and maybe say later, “It’s okay, everyone makes mistakes.”
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After basketball practice you go back to the locker room with your team to shower and change. When you are done dressing, you notice your friend can't find their shoes. What could they be feeling?
Panicked/Worried
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Will is at the pool with his friends. Will knows how to swim but does not use the diving board. Thinking about the diving board makes his heart beat fast and palms sweaty. His friends keep telling him to use it. How could he be feeling?
Nervous, Uncomfortable, Scared
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Give 20 points!
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You are playing cards with some kids and one of them burps out loud. His face turns red and everyone looks at him. How do you think he felt?
Embarrassed
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Your neighbor tells you his dog is very sick. His eyes look watery and his voice is quiet. How might he feel? What could you say?
He probably feels sad and worried. You could say, “I’m really sorry about your dog. I hope he feels better,” or just listen quietly.
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Someone in your class teased you because you got so many wrong on your spelling test. How did you feel?
Embarrassed/Sad/Hurt
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The teacher asked your friend a question in class, but they didn't know the answer. How do they feel?