A Time I Felt ___
Here's What To Do
Encourage your child to write and draw about times they felt a specific emotion such as happy, proud, sad, angry, frustrated or excited.
Remember that scribble writing is OK!
After, your child can talk about their artwork and feelings. If they felt emotions like anger, frustration, or sadness, you can also talk about ways they helped their bodies to feel better.
You can write and draw too, then talk together with your child about both of your examples!
Put PEER Into Action
Pause:
- Take a few deep breaths together. Pause to notice how each of your bodies are feeling right now.
Engage:
- “You can draw and write about a time you felt ___.”
- “How did your body feel when you felt ___?”
Encourage:
- Help your child to think of a recent time they felt that feeling.
- “How did you feel when you learned to tie your shoes?” “Or to ride your scooter?”
Reflect:
- “How are you feeling now? What do you notice about your body when you feel ___?”
Not quite ready?
Instead of talking about past events, while you’re interacting with your child throughout the day, help them to notice how they’re feeling, and how their body feels.
Ready for more?
Encourage your child to share how their body feels before, during and after a challenging task. They can also share the strategies they use to keep persisting.
As your child masters this skill...
They will discuss reasons for their feelings and behaviors.