THINK! Is it... A classroom worksheet helping students evaluate their thoughts using the THINK filter.

Let’s go through each thought one by one and use the THINK filter:
True? Helpful? Important? Necessary? Kind?

We’ll decide if each thought should stay in your head or come out of your mouth — and if it comes out, how to say it kindly.

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Thought 1:

> “Why is this guy talking to me again? He is so annoying.”

- True? Maybe you feel annoyed — that’s okay.
- Helpful? No — saying this will hurt feelings.
- Important? Not really — it doesn’t solve anything.
- Necessary? No — you don’t have to say it.
- Kind? Definitely not.

✔ Should it come out? → No. Keep it in your head.
But maybe think: *“I’m feeling frustrated right now. I can take a deep breath.”*

→ Bottom box (what to say): *Say nothing, or smile politely and walk away.*

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Thought 2:

> “If this kid kicks my chair again, I think I might punch him.”

- True? You’re angry — that’s real.
- Helpful? Punching = trouble. Not helpful.
- Important? Staying safe and calm is important — but violence isn’t the answer.
- Necessary? No — there are better ways.
- Kind? No — punching hurts people.

✔ Should it come out? → No. Keep it in your head.
Instead, tell a teacher quietly: *“Someone keeps kicking my chair. Can you help?”*

→ Bottom box: *“Excuse me, could you please stop kicking my chair? It’s distracting.”* (Say calmly)

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Thought 3:

> “I really liked the activity our teacher did with us today.”

- True? Yes — you enjoyed it!
- Helpful? Yes — sharing joy makes others happy too.
- Important? Yes — positive feedback helps teachers know what works.
- Necessary? Not required, but nice to share.
- Kind? Very kind!

✔ Should it come out? → Yes! Say it proudly!

→ Bottom box: *“I really enjoyed today’s activity — thank you!”*

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Thought 4:

> “I want to tell everyone all about my new Lego collection.”

- True? Yes — you’re excited!
- Helpful? Maybe — if others like Legos too.
- Important? Not super important, but fun to share.
- Necessary? No — wait for the right time.
- Kind? Could be — if you let others talk too.

✔ Should it come out? → Yes — but at the right time. Like during recess or show-and-tell.

→ Bottom box: *“Hey, I got a cool new Lego set! Want to see pics later?”*

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Thought 5:

> “This lesson is stupid. I don’t need to know this stuff.”

- True? You might feel bored — that’s okay.
- Helpful? Saying this shuts down learning. Not helpful.
- Important? Understanding why we learn things is important — but calling it “stupid” isn’t useful.
- Necessary? No — you can ask questions instead.
- Kind? No — it disrespects the teacher and class.

✔ Should it come out? → No. Keep it in your head.
Instead, think: *“I’m confused. Maybe I should ask for help.”*

→ Bottom box: *“Can you explain this part again? I’m having trouble understanding.”*

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Thought 6:

> “On my way to school, I saw an elephant in my neighborhood.”

- True? Probably not — unless you live near a zoo or circus 😄
- Helpful? If it’s pretend or a joke, maybe funny. But if untrue, it confuses people.
- Important? Not really — unless it’s true and dangerous (which it’s not).
- Necessary? No — no need to spread false info.
- Kind? Could be silly/fun — but only if everyone knows it’s a joke.

✔ Should it come out? → Only if you clarify it’s a joke. Otherwise, keep it in.

→ Bottom box: *“Just kidding — I didn’t really see an elephant! But wouldn’t that be wild?”*

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Now let’s fill in the bottom boxes based on our thinking:

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Final Answer:

1. Say nothing, or smile politely and walk away.
2. “Excuse me, could you please stop kicking my chair? It’s distracting.”
3. “I really enjoyed today’s activity — thank you!”
4. “Hey, I got a cool new Lego set! Want to see pics later?”
5. “Can you explain this part again? I’m having trouble understanding.”
6. “Just kidding — I didn’t really see an elephant! But wouldn’t that be wild?”