A Game To Teach Kids How to Express Anger. This game is designed to provide insight into both the root(s) of the problem and to introduce alternative coping mechanisms to deal with symptomatic anger. Each player learns to verbalize what makes him/her angry as the game progresses. In addition, normal conversation during the course of the game acts as a catalyst for the children to reveal the issues and conflicts that underlie their anger.
In this game, each player uses a truck to cart a Play-Doh monster to the Transforming Machine. The player then selects an adaptive way to transform the angry feelings and the Play-Doh monster into something positive. The object is to be the first one to capture and transform four Angry Monsters. The players learn anger coping skills as they play. 2-4 players. Ages: 5-10.
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| Topics: | Anger |
| Recommended ages: | Ages 5 through 10 |
| Grade level: | Grades K through 5 |
| Players: | 2 - 4 |
Many reviewers—especially child therapists—call Angry Monster Machine engaging and therapy-friendly: kids enjoy the play‑dough activity and it helps teach coping skills, and some find it works for both younger and older clients. However, one reviewer said the instructions are confusing and the card selection is limited, so some users adapt play (for example, using post‑its).
