When I Get Mad and Say Something I Regret – A Friendship Social Story SEL

Description

When I Get Mad and Say Something I Regret is a friendship-focused social story designed to help elementary students understand what can happen when strong feelings lead to impulsive words — and how to repair friendships afterward.

 

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This social story helps children:

● recognize how big feelings can affect their words

● understand that making mistakes does not make them a bad friend

● learn language for taking responsibility after calming down

● practice repairing friendships after hurtful words are said

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The When I Get Mad and Say Something I Regret Social Story emphasizes emotional regulation, accountability without shame, and the importance of trying again.

 

What’s Included

● child-facing social story pages

● story-specific adult notes with guidance for introducing and using the story

● simplified version when appropriate

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This Resource Is Ideal For

● classroom SEL instruction

● counseling or social skills groups

● one-on-one behavior or emotional support

● home or family conversations

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This story is part of a larger Friendship SEL collection. Educators looking for a comprehensive set of friendship social stories and SEL tools may wish to explore the full Friendship SEL Kit.