“Feeling Surprised” explained in 4 pictures
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Help young children understand what it feels like to be surprised, what signs may appear in the body, and how to calm down
💬 What does it feel like to be surprised?
Feeling surprised is a feeling you have when something sudden happens. Sometimes you might think, “Whoa!” Feeling surprised is a feeling everyone has.
🤔 Have you been surprised by something recently?
💬 Body signs of being surprised
When you are surprised, your eyes may get big. Your chest may go thump-thump. Your body may suddenly move or stiffen.
🤔 When you are surprised, what happens to your body?
💬 When do we feel surprised?
A loud sound can make you feel surprised. When something suddenly moves, you may feel surprised too. You may also feel surprised when you see something for the first time.
🤔 When you hear a loud sound, how do you feel?
💬 When you feel surprised, calm down
When you feel surprised, take slow breaths. Look around and check that you are okay. If you felt scared, it is okay to tell an adult.
🤔 When you feel surprised, who would you like to talk to?