Zones of regulation!
TRUE OR FALSE: All Zones are OKAY!
TRUE: we all feel a lot of emotions during the day. It is important to use our tools so we don't get stuck in a negative emotion for too long.
TRUE OR FALSE: Self-advocacy helps you build confidence in yourself.
TRUE! Self-advocacy is all about understanding who YOU are, knowing your strengths and areas where you need help.
TRUE OR FALSE: A unicorn is Scotland's national animal.
TRUE- The unicorn was chosen as Scotland's national animal for the Scotland royal coat of arms in the 1500s.
True or false? All fruit loops have the same flavor.
True. Every Fruit Loop tastes the same - color doesn't matter.
TRUE OR FALSE: You need to get an adult to solve a small problem.
FALSE: A small problem is a problem you can solve by yourself or with a peer.
You just found out that you passed your math test. What zone are you most likely in?
The green zone! You are happy and proud.
Acceptable answer: Yellow zone, you are excited.
You are falling behind in your history class. How could you ask for help?
Answers Vary
"I am feeling confused by____, can you explain this differently?"
What does it mean to share the conversation?
Sharing the conversation means we let other people talk. We ask questions and make comments to keep the conversation going.
What is the adverb in the sentence below? Some people drive dangerously on that road.
Dangerously
You lost a level in your video game.
Very small / Small problem. You do not need to help of others to solve this problem.
What is a feeling you might have if you are in the blue zone?
Sad, upset, tired, bored, sick, lonely
Use a bug and a wish statement....
Ex. The music is too loud
It bugs me that the music is loud, I wish they would turn it down.
Why do we want to give people space when we are having a conversation with them?
Being too close (in someone's bubble) can make them feel uncomfortable.
What is the adverb in the sentence below? Alyssa carefully painted the sunset for her art project.
carefully
There is a fire. What is the size of the problem?
Very big problem - A problem that takes a while to solve, requires the help of adults and can cause damage or hurt feelings.
Justin is frustrated and in the red zone. What is a strategy he can use to regulate?
Breathing (box breath, volcano breath, take 5 breath), take a walk, listen to music, count to 10.
You're confused about a math assignment. Who do you ask for help?
Your math teacher.
TRUE OR FALSE: When we first meet someone we don't want to overshare (tell too much personal information).
TRUE: We need to build trust before sharing personal information. Sharing too much can make someone feel uncomfortable.
Create a sentence using an adverb.
Answers will vary.
True or false, someone saying unkind things to me everyday is a very small problem?
FALSE, this problem would involve more people, causes bigger reactions, and isn’t so easy to solve. Medium to big problem.
What are the colors in the 4 zones?
Blue- sad, sick, tired, bored
Green- Happy, calm, focused
Yellow- frustrated, worried, excited
Red- mad, angry, upset
Self-advocacy means you speak up for your ______
needs
List three good ways to be a friend
ANSWERS VARY. Listen to your friend, show interest in their interests, do nice things for them, and care about their feelings.
Pick the adverb:
A. Running
B. The Park
C. Quickly
D. Sarah
C. Quickly- An adverb can describe a verb or adjective.
ex. Sarah (subject) is running (Verb) quickly (adverb) in the park (noun).
True of false, brainstorming possible solutions is a part of problem solving?
True. It is a good idea to think of two or three possible solutions.