In this lesson, you will learn how to recognize and understand your feelings, like happiness, sadness, anger, and jealousy. You will discover fun ways to calm down when you’re angry, like taking deep breaths or laughing. You will also learn the difference between needs and wants, and why it’s important to think about what you really need. Plus, you’ll find out how being responsible and helping others can make you and those around you feel good. Let’s explore your feelings together and see how they can help you understand yourself better!
Hey there! Let’s talk about feelings and how to handle them. Sometimes, we might feel like a dragon breathing fire when we’re angry. But don’t worry, there are ways to feel better!
If you ever feel angry, try taking a deep breath. Breathe in slowly and then let it out. This can help you calm down. You can also try laughing or taking a little break. It’s like magic for your feelings!
Sometimes, we might feel jealous, like when we think someone else is getting more attention. When this happens, think about all the things you have and what you’re good at. Remember, everyone is special in their own way!
Do you know the difference between what you need and what you want? Needs are things like food and sleep that help us stay healthy. Wants are things like toys and candy that are nice to have but not necessary. Think about what you really need!
Hello! I’m a little monster who helps with feelings. Let’s see how you’re feeling today!
If you feel happy, you might want to play and have fun with friends. Smiling can make you feel even better!
It’s okay to feel sad sometimes. You can cry if you need to. Talking to friends or family can help, and then you can find something fun to do!
If you feel scared, like going to the dentist, remember that checkups keep your teeth strong. You can go with your family, and it’s not scary at all!
When you feel angry, it’s important to tell others how you feel nicely and slowly. This way, they can understand you better.
Sometimes, we might blame others when things go wrong. But it’s important to think about what really happened. Taking care of your toys and knowing where they are can help you be responsible!
Helping others is a wonderful thing to do. When you help someone, it makes them happy and it makes you happy too!
Remember, understanding your feelings helps you understand yourself better. Keep smiling and have a great day!
Feelings Journal: Create a simple feelings journal with your child. Each day, ask them to draw a picture of how they are feeling and write a word or two about it. Encourage them to use colors that match their emotions, like red for anger or blue for sadness. At the end of the week, look through the journal together and talk about the different feelings they experienced.
Role-Playing Scenarios: Set up a few role-playing scenarios with your child to practice handling different emotions. For example, pretend to be in a situation where they might feel jealous or angry, and guide them through using deep breathing or positive thinking to manage their feelings. This hands-on activity helps them apply what they’ve learned in a fun and supportive way.
Needs vs. Wants Sorting Game: Gather a collection of pictures or toys that represent different needs and wants, such as food, toys, clothes, and candy. Ask your child to sort them into two groups: “Needs” and “Wants.” Discuss why each item belongs in its group and how understanding this difference can help them make good choices.
