Questions: Calming Down by Counting

Question 1

What does counting slowly help you do?

• A. Solve math problems
• B. Give yourself time to calm down and think
• C. Make the problem go away
• D. Count all your feelings

Answer: (B)

Counting slowly gives your body a chance to calm down and your brain a chance to think about what to do next. It is a great way to pause.

Question 2

When you count to ten, it will fix the problem you are having.

• T. True
• F. False

Answer: False

This is not true. Counting helps you calm down, but you may still need to talk about what happened or find a solution. Counting is just the first step.

Question 3

How many numbers do you have to count to for it to work?

• A. Always exactly ten
• B. Sometimes five is enough, sometimes you need more, and that is okay
• C. You cannot do it with less than twenty
• D. It does not matter how many you count

Answer: (B)

You can count to five, ten, or even more. It depends on what you need. Everyone is different, and that is perfect.

Question 4

Using counting to calm down is babyish and only for little kids.

• T. True
• F. False

Answer: False

This is not true. Many grown-ups use this same strategy when they need a moment to think. It is smart and helpful at any age.

Question 5

When could counting help you?

Model answer: When I feel angry, when I want to say something mean, or when I need to calm down before I act

Good answers show situations where you might feel upset and need time to calm down before deciding what to do.