During class, Maya is giving a presentation. While she is speaking, Jake whispers to the student next to him and laughs. Maya looks at Jake and then becomes very quiet. What might Maya be thinking or feeling? Why might she feel that way?
Maya may feel embarrassed, distracted, or frustrated because Jake is talking and laughing while she is presenting.
At lunch, Carlos walks over to a table where several classmates are sitting. He asks if he can sit with them. One student says, “We're saving these seats,” even though there are several empty chairs. What might Carlos think or feel? Why?
Carlos might feel rejected, embarrassed, or left out because he was told he couldn't sit there despite there being empty seats.
During a basketball game in gym, Sam keeps missing shots. One teammate says, “Maybe you should just stop shooting.” What might Sam think or feel? Why?
Sam might feel embarrassed, frustrated, or discouraged because the teammate's comment suggests that Sam isn't good at the game.