When I am Feeling...

- Jokes for Kids - Laughter can sometimes be just what we need to move through our feelings of sadness!
- Why I'm Grateful - Sometimes, it can be helpful to think about things that we are grateful or thankful for. Use this worksheet to give it a try.
- Why Am I So Sad? (For Kids) - Check out some different things that can cause sadness and what to do.
- Gratitude Letter - When we are missing something or someone it can be helpful to write it down. Here is a worksheet to help students organize a letter to express appreciation.

- What is Worry? - This worksheet can help remind you of different ways we may feel when we are experiencing worry.
- Breathing Meditation - Try watching this video and matching your breathing to it. Breathing is helpful when we need our minds and bodies to slow down.
- Breathing and Stretching - Here is another video for when our younger friends are having a tough time with big feelings.
- For more ideas to cope with worried/anxious feelings go to our Change and Loss page.

- Positive Affirmations - These are statements to remind you of how awesome you are!
- Self-Esteem Sentence Completion - A worksheet, that once complete, is all about you and the wonderful, unique person you are.
- Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure - Here is a 6 minute guided yoga routine that is meant to both get you moving and feel encouraged.

Small Talk: Discussion Cards - Use these cards to ask your family members questions, it’s an opportunity to learn more about each other!
Inside Out Tic Tac Toe - Play a game of Tic Tac Toe with some of our favorite “emotions” characters.
Mandalas - Mandalas are proven to help us relax and stay focused on a mindful task.
Mindfulness Bootcamp - Here is a video of a 5 minute "bodyscan" meditation for when you need help checking in with how you are feeling.

Anger Stop Signs - You can use this worksheet to draw what you think your anger looks like, both big and small.
Anger Thermometer - An anger thermometer can be a good way to understand just how angry you are feeling in a moment.
Anger Management Skills Cards - Use these cards if you are feeling angry and want try out one or more of these skills.

Dance Party Playlist - Getting our bodies moving before doing work, especially through dance, can help us get out extra energy!
Break Up the Work - Feeling like there is too much to do!? Ask an adult to help you break it into smaller pieces and do it a little at a time.
Use a Timer! -Try using a timer to keep yourself on track! Give yourself a goal--- can you work for 15 minutes? 30 minutes? Adults, this link explains how a parent used a timer to encourage their child to stay focused on their own.

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