I feel mad so I punch my iPad.
This is unexpected. I can use a coping skill if I'm mad. I won't destroy school property.
I keep my toys in my backpack or my desk while I complete my work.
This is expected. My toys will distract me from my work if I have them out, so I'll put them away.
My feelings are hurt, so I tell my teacher that she is mean.
This is unexpected. I can talk to my teacher calmly and tell her what's wrong. I will use I-statements and kind words.
I don't want to do work. I tell my teacher "no" when she says to get started
This is unexpected. I will use positive self-talk to tell myself that once I'm finished with my work, I can do something I like.
I feel mad so I take 5 deep breaths.
This is expected. I should use my coping skills when I'm angry.
My teacher tells me to start my work but I don't want to. I try to reason with her and see if I can do something else instead.
This is unexpected. It is work time, so I will start my work. When I'm finished, then I can do something I enjoy.
I rock back in my chair so that the front legs lift off the ground.
This is unexpected. I could get hurt if I do this. I will make sure all 4 legs of my chair are on the ground.
I feel upset and ask my teacher for a break.
This is expected. I should use my coping skills when I'm upset.
I start my work when my teacher tells me.
This is expected. My teacher feels proud and I get my work done.
My teacher takes my toy away. I try to grab it from her.
This is unexpected. I will ask to have it back nicely. If she says no, I will use a coping skill to calm down.
My teacher tells me to start my work, but I continue to play with my toys instead.
This is unexpected. I will put my toys away and start my work.
I feel upset and tell my teacher that my mom will punch her in the face.
This is unexpected. I will use I-statements and tell my teacher how I feel.