Noticing how it feels to be left out of a game.
Exploring the idea that it is okay to feel sad sometimes.
Considering how sharing a feeling with someone can help.
Thinking about how a hug can help a sad feeling get smaller.
Recognising that sad feelings get better little by little.
In this part of Daniel Tiger, Daniel sees O the Owl and Katerina playing together. O and Katerina played a fun ladybug game all day without Daniel. Daniel feels left out and sad because he did not get to join in. Daniel's dad sees his sad face and asks how he is feeling. Dad gives Daniel a hug and helps him feel a little better.
• What were O and Katerina doing in the video?
• How did Daniel feel when he was left out?
• How could you tell that Daniel felt sad?
• Have you ever felt left out of a game?
• What helps you feel better when you are sad?
• What did Daniel's dad say to help Daniel?
• How did Daniel feel after he talked with his Dad?
• What could you do so a friend does not feel left out?
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