To foster understanding about when art activities for bereaved children are beneficial as a vehicle for self-expression and how the technique works.

To increase assertive skills by encouraging students to consider assertive behavior rather than relying on assumptions. To develop assertive skills as a vehicle to develop responsible decision making.

To understand the benefit of asking for help and giving help when needed.

Self-assessment checklist to identify thoughts and feelings which may be barriers to accessing help when having suicidal thoughts. To offer rationale and motivation for accessing help.

To foster importance of asking others for help when needed.

To understand the importance of asking relevant questions to show interest during a conversation. To practice asking relevant questions.

To learn assertive behavior as an alternative for angry responses.

To increase awareness about the value of speaking up about what you want, or self-advocating, as a way to connect more honestly with others.

To consider using athletic activity as a way to have fun, relax, and manage stress.