Zones of Regulation
What 4 colors are used to help describe our emotions
Red, Yellow, Blue, Green
This need involves the desire to matter, make a difference, achieve, be competent, recognized and respected. It includes self-esteem and a desire to leave a legacy.
Power and Mastery
5 Basic Needs
Survival, love and belonging, freedom, power, fun
Who are your Teachers for Life Skills
Ms. Morgan and Ms. Natasha
When in green zone, what does that mean?
Feeling good, ready to learn
This is a physiological need encompassing everything you need to sustain life such as safety, health, shelter and well-being
Survival
Positive Example for Survival
Collaborate with school professionals to get basic needs met.
trusted staff members:
Teacher
Social Workers
Counselors
What do we always start our class with?
Bell Ringer- National Day of...
What Emotions are in the Blue Zone?
Sad, Bored, Tired
This needs includes the drive to be connected with others, such as friends, family, intimate partners, co-workers, pets and the groups you affiliate with.
Love and Belonging
Positive Example for Freedom
movement or breaks within the classroom
Have options or choices
Listening to music while working
How can you earn a snack
What Emotions are in the Red Zone?
Angry, Ragging, Crashing out, Frustrated
This need encompasses pleasure, play, humor, relaxation and relevant learning.
Fun and Generosity
Negative Example for Love and Belonging
Gangs
Rumors/gossip
Negative attention-seeking behaviors
What will we Learn in Life Skills
Self Regulation
Basic Needs
How to Interact with Others
Growth Mindset
Healthy Leisure Activities
Workplace Ready
What emotions are in the Yellow Zone?
Surprised, confused, anxious, worried
Having choices, being independent and autonomous. Being able to move freely without restriction. Creativity is a part of this need, too.
Freedom
Negative Example for Fun
Joke at another’s expense
Destructive Behavior
Distracting others
Expectations for Life Skills
Be Prepared and Ready to Learn
Be Respectful
Raise Your Hand to Speak
Be Kind
Be Clean and Tidy