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How do you fix a broken heart?

From Mystery Doug

How do you fix a broken heart?
6 minK1st2nd3rd4th5thScienceSocial-Emotional LearningHealth
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Summary

Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "How do you fix a broken heart?" -- and follows the clues. A 'broken heart' is really a big sad feeling -- and time, talking about it, and kindness from others help it heal. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.

Viewer safety

All ages

About the feeling of a 'broken heart' -- a gentle SEL conversation starter.

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Discussion questions

Discussion

Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "How do you fix a broken heart?"

  1. What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
  2. What surprised you most about feelings, or what did you already know?
  3. What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: feelings, sadness, heal.

Try it: Explain the answer to "How do you fix a broken heart?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.