Some things can feel annoying or make a child angry; the what bugs me worksheets help create a dialogue about what is happening in the child’s life that might upset them. By sharing these triggers in a safe space, they can express feeling upset, anxious, or annoyed. Once this is done, you can also allow time to develop strategies to help them cope with the things that bug them. This can be very helpful in providing support and giving them techniques that can calm them and give a sense of control.

Materials needed

• Printable provided
• Markers

Directions

Take time to talk to the child about what is happening in their lives and what is currently “bugging them.”

As you work on this craft, listen to Don’t Bug Me

Conversation starters

• When you are annoyed, what helps you cope?
• What makes you mad?
• How do you treat people who annoy you for no reason at all?
• If you had unlimited powers to change things, what would you do?