Lessons on Honesty and Emotions

Miss Feargate discusses the feeling of being overwhelmed, often starting as a mild emotion but potentially escalating. She introduces the book 'Ruthie and the Not So Teeny Tiny Lie' by Laura Rankin, which tells the story of Ruthie, who finds a camera and lies about its ownership, leading to feelings of overwhelm. The story resolves with Ruthie admitting the truth, highlighting the importance of honesty and the relief it brings. Miss Feargate concludes with advice on handling mistakes and seeking help from adults.

What is the initial emotional zone associated with feeling overwhelmed?

• Yellow zone

• Blue zone

• Red zone

• Green zone

What can happen if feeling overwhelmed moves into the red zone?

• We feel more energetic

• We might act out in dangerous ways

• We become more relaxed

• We become more focused

What is the main theme of the book 'Ruthie and the Not So Teeny Tiny Lie'?

• The joy of finding treasures

• The consequences of telling a lie

• The importance of sharing

• The value of friendship

What does Ruthie love to collect?

• Large toys

• Tiny things

• Stamps

• Books

What does Ruthie find on the playground?

• A small toy car

• A tiny camera

• A shiny coin

• A lost book

How does Ruthie initially respond when Martin claims the camera?

• She ignores him

• She insists it's hers

• She admits it's his

• She gives it back immediately

What advice do Ruthie's parents give her about the situation?

• To hide the camera

• To ignore Martin

• To tell the truth

• To keep the camera

How does Mrs. Olsen react when Ruthie confesses?

• She thanks Ruthie for her honesty

• She ignores Ruthie

• She gives Ruthie a timeout

• She gets angry

What lesson does Ruthie learn by the end of the story?

• It's okay to lie sometimes

• Honesty can lead to relief

• Keeping secrets is important

• It's best to avoid conflicts

What does the story suggest about dealing with mistakes?

• Mistakes are unimportant

• Mistakes can be fixed with honesty

• Mistakes define us

• Mistakes should be hidden