Zones of Regulation
Name the 4 Zones of Regulation
Green Zone, Red Zone, Blue Zone, Yellow Zone
What could you do at home and in the community when you get annoyed, angry, overwhelmed, or have feelings of anxiety?
Take a break, use a fidget, take a deep breath, take a walk, get a drink of water, take 2 minutes to focus on what is going well
(open responses)
What emotion may you be feeling if you get to the lunch room and you don't know who or where to sit with?
Lonely, Nervous, Worried, Anxious, Shy...
Give an example of a poor way to cope with feeling frustrated/angry? and why is it a poor choice?
Name calling... may hurt someone's feelings
Hitting/kicking/throwing... someone can get hurt
(other examples)
Name ONE emotion you may feel when you are in the BLUE zone, and when you feel that way?
Sad
Hurt
Bored
What is your favorite strategy to use when you need a break?
(Insert break tool here)
Describe what a supportive friend would do if their friend was having a bad day?
Ask if they want to talk about it, give them a hug or pat on the back, remind them why they are special/what they like best about them.
Name an emotion you may be feeling when you are crying
Sad, Upset, Frustrated..
What's an example of positive self talk when you are having a hard time with an activity, task, or chore?
"I can ask for help and try my best!"
"I'm open to learning and trying again!"
"Hard things get easier with practice!"
Name ONE emotion you may feel when you are in the RED zone, and when you feel that way?
Mad
Angry
Aggressive
Crabby
Name a deep breathing technique
(open response)
Name an emotion you may be feeling if you are very sleepy.
Tired
How can you turn this Negative self talk into Positive self-talk?
"I will never be allowed to watch tv or play on the tablet!"
"As soon as I'm done with this task I get to do something of my choice!"
(Other example)
Name ONE emotion you may feel when you are in the YELLOW zone, and when you feel that way?
Silly
Excited
Worried
Name someone you can talk to when you're feeling sad, mad, anxious, or stressed
Staff, family, friends
(open response)
Name an emotion you feel when your face feels warm
Angry, Embarrassed
Turn these negative self talk statements into positive self talk statements:
"My parent is so unfair; they never lets me stay up late!"
"I'm so bad at this task"
"My parent wants me to get good night sleep"
"This task is hard for me now, but it'll get easier with practice"
(Other examples)
Name one emotion you may feel in the GREEN zone, and when you feel that way?
Happy
Calm
Focused
Relaxed
True or false: Asking to go for a walk or to get a drink is a break tool?
True
What clues can other people see when I am getting upset and need a break?
I get quiet or stop talking, I stop doing my work or activity, My voice gets loud. I cry..
Name an emotion this person may be feeling in this situation
"Person is crying and saying they don't want to talk to anyone today. They even yell at their friend who tries to help"
Sad, Angry, Frustrated, Confused, Tired, Overwhelmed
What are some positive things we can tell ourselves during and after a hard day?
"I tried my best today, and tomorrow is another opportunity"
"I am smart and able to learn new things"
"I am grateful for a second chance each day"
"I am grateful for the people that support me in my life"