What Pushes Your Buttons? Trigger identification

WHAT PUSHES MY BUTTON ACTIVITY SHEET

(The actual activity sheet will be posted to my Teachers Pay Teachers Site for sale by June 1st)

This activity can be used to help the child or participant determine their triggers. 

             I often will have a child do this activity using 1 worksheet per emotion.                   They, then, are able to have a booklet to refer back to. 

Of course allowing the participant to put their own flare into this activity enhances a sense of self,uniqueness, and can make the process more entertaining. 

Allowing he or she to use crayons, markers, etc to fill in the blanks is a great way to encourage CREATIVITY!

HAVE A HAPPY DAY!

AYLA

About Me Book (Simple)

Here is an example of an about me book i create with kids. It allows them the chance to begin identifying what makes them unique. It helps to create a sense of identity. Depending on the particular client and situation I will either give them a blank book and allow the child free range OR i write the prompts in the book (my middle name is, i like to, i do not like to...etc) for them because i am seeking specific information.

MATERIALS NEEDED:

• Colored Paper (card-stock preferred for sturdiness but not necessary)
• White printer paper
• Crayons, markers, paint, color pencils etc

Extra items may include: oil pastels, stickers, glitter, puff paint, photos, etc. 

EXAMPLES OF PROMPTS ARE: ( but not limited to...:)

MY MIDDLE NAME IS...

MY FRIENDS...

MY FAMILY...

MY SCHOOL...

I LIKE TO...

I DO NOT LIKE TO...

I AM GOOD AT...

I CAN IMPROVE...

ONE DAY I WILL...

MY COPING SKILLS ARE...

MY FEARS ARE...

IN SCHOOL I...

MY DREAM IS TO...

IF I HAD ONE WISH...

IF I WERE AN ANIMAL...

MY FAVORITE COLOR IS....

These examples are probing, open-ended questions that can help you to obtain some pertinent information about the child.

Have a happy day

Ayla

I AM GRATEFUL FOR: Positive Thinking & Self Exploration Art Activity

Excuse the quality of this photo.  This activity allows for the participant to engage in identifying the things they can be grateful and thankful for.  It encourages positive self esteem, self image, gratitude, positive thinking, and humbleness.  (is that a word??)

1st: You can start the activity off for the participant by drawing a circle in the middle of the page and writing "I am grateful/thankful for..."

2nd: You can write down the topics (as identified by the participant) as though you are creating a start or flower petals out of words.  (refer to picture)  If they are unable to come up with enough things they are grateful for you may wish to provide examples.

If you end up providing examples keep in mind what the 

participant identified on their own vs your suggestions. 

**SOCIAL WORKERS/COUNSELORS:: And inability to identify positive things in life or things to be grateful for is something you may want to explore further if you are providing mental health services.
**PARENTS: If you are a parent you may wish to consult your child's PCP or mental health professional.

Topics may include but are not limited to:
STRENGTHS
MIND AND BODY
THIS MOMENT
LIFE
ANIMALS
LOVE AND PASSION
CREATIVITY
FRIENDSHIPS 
MEMORIES