Sam says, “My ice cream fell on the ground.” 👉 How is Sam probably feeling? How do you know?
sad or disappointed.
Maya says, “I studied all week for this test.” 👉 How do you think Maya feels right now? Why?
confident or hopeful (or possibly nervous but prepared).
Alex says, “It’s really loud in here.” 👉 What might Alex want to happen?
wants the noise to stop or quiet down.
Jordan says, “I didn’t get picked for the team.” 👉 What feeling is Jordan likely having?
sad, disappointed, or left out.
Someone says, “I’m fine.” (with crossed arms and a frown) 👉 Do you think they are really fine? Why or why not?
The person is likely not actually fine and may be upset or annoyed.
A parent says, “Is that what you’re wearing?” 👉 What might the parent be implying?
That you should change
Ben says, “I guess I’ll just do it myself.” 👉 What does this tell you about how Ben feels?
annoyed, disappointed, or unsupported.
Classmate says: “That was… interesting.”
The pause suggests uncertainty or discomfort.
Speaker says: “It’s freezing in here.” What do they want?
They want it to be warmer, turn up the heat!
Speaker says: “My turn is always last.”
The speaker feels frustrated or unfairly treated.
Parent says: “The trash is really full.” What do they want to happen?
wants someone to take out the trash.
Speaker says: “It’s fine, I didn’t want to go anyway.” How do you think they're feeling?
Disappointed/sad, left out
Speaker says: “You remembered!” (smiling) How are they feeling?
happy or relieved.
