Blow up a balloon to the stress point as you discuss with children how it feels inside when you start to get angry or upset. Ask what will happen if you keep blowing air into the balloon. Compare the popping of the balloon to what happens if we get so angry that we can’t control our actions. (We could hit someone, yell at someone or throw something.)
Next, ask children about ways to calm down when we get upset or angry. With each response, let air out of the balloon. Share the idea that we can manage our feelings in many ways.