The “Managing Angry Feelings: Workbook for Primary age” is an engaging and thoughtfully designed workbook developed by the Healthy Minds Team to help primary-aged children understand and manage their anger. Combining interactive activities with evidence-based strategies, this resource empowers children to recognize anger triggers, regulate emotions, and practice positive coping techniques.
What the Booklet Covers:
The booklet begins by explaining anger as a natural emotion, using relatable examples like feeling upset when treated unfairly. Children learn that while anger is normal, it’s essential to manage it positively to avoid hurting others or damaging relationships. A playful yet educational approach ensures concepts are accessible to young learners.
Key Sections of the Workbook:
Understanding Anger: Introduces the concept of anger as part of the “Fight, Flight, or Freeze” response, likening it to a “Meerkat Brain” alerting the body to perceived danger. Children explore how anger affects their thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations, such as faster heartbeats or tense muscles.
Interactive Tools and Visual Models: The Anger Volcano and Anger Firework help children identify their triggers and understand the buildup of anger. Activities prompt them to recognize early warning signs and think about calming actions before anger “erupts” or “explodes.”
Impact on Relationships: Encourages reflection on how anger can affect family and friendships. Worksheets guide children to identify behaviors that might harm relationships and consider alternative responses.
Self-Soothe and Calming Strategies: Children create their own Self-Soothe Box, filled with personal items like photos, stress balls, or relaxation techniques, to help them manage emotions. Activities also introduce grounding exercises like the “5-4-3-2-1” technique and creative methods like drawing or letter games.
Relaxation Techniques: Includes a variety of exercises, such as Finger Breathing, Square Breathing, and imaginative activities like “Be a Turtle” to promote physical and mental relaxation. Progressive muscle relaxation guides children to release tension step-by-step.
Problem-Solving Framework: A step-by-step process encourages children to identify problems, brainstorm solutions, and evaluate outcomes. It fosters critical thinking and practical decision-making skills.
Reflective Exercises: Through prompts like “Mirror, Mirror on the Wall,” children visualize their calm self and imagine positive coping responses in challenging situations.
The “Managing Angry Feelings Booklet” equips children with lifelong emotional regulation tools while fostering self-awareness and resilience. Its interactive format ensures that learning is engaging, and its focus on practical application helps children handle real-life situations effectively.
This resource is ideal for parents, teachers, and counselors seeking a fun and educational way to support children’s emotional development.
