To increase knowledge about a technique of verbal relabeling of behavior by putting the behavior into a new, usually more positive, perspective in situations or relationships where rigidity or inflexible views of reality exist; to encourage a wider range of responses for the child or family.

To learn general relaxation exercises for coping with anger, to enhance concentration and improve self-esteem, and to reflect on their usefulness through journaling.

To follow and complete with written self-reflections a specific relaxation exercise protocol

To help children learn to cope with the loss of a loved one by suggesting the use of a memory box.

To recognize the difference between constructive and unconstructive conflict resolution between a teacher and student.

To demonstrate how anger is often expressed through body language, using humorous role plays.

To increase knowledge about response prevention, which is a technique that uses systematic exposure to an object that is causing fear or anxiety.

To learn the importance of rest and relaxation, and identify ways to get it.

To increase knowledge about an art therapy concept that encourages children who have been abused or traumatized to keep a chronological portfolio of their artwork, so they can go back and make changes, giving children a sense of control over past hurts or problematic behaviors.

To increase assertive skills by recognizing the right to change a situation.