moment of silence

We were driving along the freeway when Ella explained that all of the classes at school have a moment of silence as part of their morning routine. 

"What are you supposed to do during the moment of silence?" I asked, curious. 

"Pray, think, or whatever," Ella replied.

"Do you ever pray?"

"Sometimes. When I'm having a bad day."

"That's a great idea. And you know you can pray when you're having a good day, too," I told her, "and thank Heavenly Father for all of your blessings."

"No," she said, decidedly. "I only pray to make sure nothing badder happens."