Losing is no fun but you still need to be a good sport about it.
Talking Points:
- When you lose, remember it’s just a game! It’s not worth it to freak out. Just have fun, win or lose!
- Make sure to congratulate the winning team. Remember what it feels like when you win and the losing team gets mad. It feels yucky so be sure to congratulate the winners when you lose.
- Get em next time! Learn from your mistakes and improve each time you play the game.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- How do you act when you lose a game?
- What do you think it looks like to be a good sport when you lose?
- Why is it important for you to be happy for the winning team?
- How does your attitude affect the way you play a game?
- Role Play: Choose a group of kids to play a game. When one team wins, have the class help the losing team act first like sore losers and then how to be a good sport.
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
