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Martha is really upset that her grandmother is in the hospital. What can you say to her?
I am really sorry about your grandmother. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you through this.
A friend tells you that they love their new shoes even though you hate them. What can you say?
I think it is great that you got something that you love so much!
A friend sends you a really mean text message. What should you do?
Ask an adult, respond by sharing your feelings and asking why, ask to talk with them in person to work through whatever is going on
You have been texting your friend all day but he is not responding. How might he be feeling? What can you do?
He may be feeling upset, overwhelmed, or busy. I should stop texting him and wait for him to respond when he is ready.
In gym class, Brian got picked last to be on a team. How might Brian feel? What can you do?
Brian may feel hurt that he was picked last. I can try to make sure he feels included the next time or while playing the game.
At lunch, Adam takes a handful of Greg's snack. How might Greg feel? What might Greg be feeling?
Greg may feel confused, mad, or upset. He is thinking "How rude," to take my snack without asking.
Your friend just broke up with his girlfriend. How might he feel? What can you do? q
He might feel sad and bummed out. You can invite him to do something that will take his mind off it.
You see a group of kids laughing at a boy in the hallway. How might the boy feel? What can you do?
The boy probably feels upset and embarrassed. You can kindly let the other kids know that they are being unkind, or go hang out with the boy being laughed at.
Your teacher gives you a 0% on an assignment you are sure you turned in. What can you do?
Email the teacher and ask 1) why did I get a zero, and then ask to speak with the teacher when they have time to explain yourself.
Your mom tells you she is not feeling well. What can you do?
Take care of her by bringing her fluids and making sure it is quiet for her.
You are interested in a girl in your class, but every time you try to talk to her, she walks away or ignores you. What is she thinking?
She is probably not as interested in me as I am in her. She does not want to be bothered by me.
