Zones of Regulation
You see a classmate frowning, sitting alone, and tapping their pencil nervously. Which zone might they be in?
Yellow Zone
Name one coping skill you can use when you feel upset
Any coping skill
What is it called when you show care and understanding for someone else’s feelings?
Empathy
What is self-control?
Being in control of your body and your actions
Two friends both want the same toy at recess. What is happening?
A conflict (or disagreement).
If you feel sleepy, tired, or bored during class, which zone are you likely in, and what is one way to get back to the Green Zone?
Blue Zone; strategy: stretch, take deep breaths, drink water, move around
During recess, a friend says something mean, and you feel angry. Name two things you could do to manage your feelings before responding.
Take deep breaths, count to 10, walk away, talk to an adult, or use positive self-talk
Listening without interrupting while someone talks is an example of what kind of skill in relationships?
Active Listening
Why is self-control important at school?
It helps you follow rules, get along with classmates, and make good choices.
Why is it important to talk about problems instead of yelling or hitting?
Talking helps everyone understand each other and solve the problem safely.
Your friend is yelling and throwing papers because they lost a game. Which zone are they in? Suggest one coping skill to help them calm down.
Red Zone; coping skill: deep breathing, counting to 10, taking a break, or talking to an adult
You are worried about a test. Name one coping skill that can help calm your mind.
Deep breathing, positive self-talk, visualizing success, or stretching
Your classmate is nervous about giving a speech. How can you show empathy?
Say something kind like “I know you’re nervous. You can do it!” or offer support.
Why is it good to stop and think before you act?
To make good decisions
If two friends both want to go first in line, what is a fair way to solve the problem?
Take turns, flip a coin, or let one go first and the other next time.
Imagine you are in the Yellow Zone during a math test. What are two strategies you could use to get back to the Green Zone without leaving your seat?
Examples: deep breathing, positive self-talk, focusing on one problem at a time, squeezing a stress ball
During group work, someone says something that hurts your feelings. What is a coping skill you could use to calm yourself without reacting in a hurtful way?
Take deep breaths, walk away briefly, squeeze a stress ball, or talk to a teacher/friend calmly
If a friend is upset in a way you don’t understand, what could you do?
Ask how they feel, listen carefully, and try to imagine what it’s like for them.
During a game, someone cheats and you feel like yelling. How can you use self-control?
Stay calm, explain why it’s unfair, or ask the teacher for help.
Why is it better to say “I feel sad when you shout at me” instead of “You are mean”?
It talks about your feelings instead of blaming, which makes the other person less defensive.
A student is very angry but takes deep breaths and walks around. They start to feel calmer but still a little upset. Which zones did they move through?
Red and Yellow
Imagine you feel anxious, upset, and distracted all at once. Explain what you could take to calm your body first and then your mind.
Step 1: Calm your body – deep breaths, stretch, or walk. Step 2: Calm your mind – use positive self-talk, draw, listen to music, or talk to an adult.
Imagine a friend says something that hurts your feelings. How could empathy help both of you?
You could try to understand why they said it, explain how it made you feel, and work together to fix the problem.
How does practicing self-control make you a better friend?
You can stay calm during disagreements, listen, and think before acting, which keeps friendships strong.
During a group project, your teammate ignores your ideas. How can you use an “I feel” statement?
“I feel left out when my ideas aren’t considered because I want to help the team.”