Feeling Frustrated 🌈

Introduction

Sometimes our hearts feel a little Tight and our faces turn Scrunchy. That feeling is called frustrated. Let’s learn what it looks like, sounds like, and how we can help it go away.

What Frustrated Looks Like

1️⃣ the Scrunched Face

• Eyes may look wide or squinty.
• Mouth can turn down like a “‑” line.
• Hands might clap or tap “tap‑tap‑tap”.

I feel frustrated, I feel frustrated, I feel frustrated… (repeat together).

2️⃣ the “uh‑oh” Sound

• A soft “hmm…”, a little “grr”, or a sigh “whoooosh”.
• You might hear a tiny “pop!” when a block falls.

Count the sounds: 1‑hmm, 2‑grr, 3‑whoooosh.

How to Calm the Frustrated Feeling

• Take A Deep Breath: inhale… “whoosh”, exhale… “puff”.
• Count To Three: 1, 2, 3 – then smile a tiny smile.
• Ask For Help: “Can you help me?” says a friendly voice.

Simple Activity: “frustration Freeze!”

1. Play a short song (like “If You’re Happy…”).
2. When the music stops, make a frustrated face and sound.
3. Then, take three big breaths and turn the face into a happy smile.

Repeat 2‑3 times. You’ll see how the feeling changes!

Conclusion

Feelings are like colors—sometimes bright, sometimes a little messy. When you feel Frustrated, remember the scrunch, the sounds, the breaths, and the count. Keep exploring your feelings, and you’ll find many ways to turn a frown into a smile! 🌟