Noticing how Shrek's frustration slowly builds as more and more things pile up.
Exploring how lots of small annoyances can add up to one big feeling.
Thinking about how Shrek knows himself well and can tell when he is getting angry.
Considering how feeling angry is normal and something everyone experiences.
Shrek is hosting a busy birthday party for his three babies. Lots of things happen at once, like loud singing, a squeaky toy in his ear, and demanding guests. People keep asking Shrek to do his famous ogre roar. Shrek says he would rather not, because he only roars when he is very angry. The stimulation builds until Shrek finally lets out a huge roar in anger.
• What were some of the things that frustrated Shrek?
• How could you tell anger was building in Shrek during the party?
• What kinds of things make your anger start to build?
• How does your body feel when you are getting angry?
• What does it feel like just before you might burst, like Shrek did?
• What could help you notice your anger building early?
• How do you think Shrek felt after his anger burst out?
• How did the people around Shrek respond?
• What are some things that calm you when you feel anger growing?
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