Zones of Regulation

Zones

100

My stomach hurts and think i might vomit. What zone am I in?

Blue Zone

200

I feel frustrated. What zone am I in?

Yellow Zone

300

I'm clenching my fists, my face feels hot, and am yelling. What zone am I in?

Red Zone

Size of the Problem

100

Someone bumps into me on accident.

Little Problem (Level 1)

200

You forgot your homework at home and now you have to miss recess.

Level 2 - disappointed but don't make a big deal

300

Someone physically hurts you on purpose (pushes you down or punches you)

Level 4- Big Problem - because you are hurt and need to go see the nurse

Tools

100

What tool do you use when you're feeling sick?

Any of the following: rest, take a nap, drink water, or read.

200

What tool do you use when you're happy?

Any of the following: take a walk, drink water, think happy thoughts, play a game, or ______.

300

What tool do you use when you're frustrated?

Any of the following: take a break, take deep breathes, go for a walk/run, read a book, draw, talk to someone, or ask yourself what the size of the problem is. 

Expected vs Unexpected

100

Mr. Brown's class walks by quietly pass your classroom. Expected or unexpected?

Expected- that's the school rules

200

Give 2 examples of unexpected behaviors in class.

Various answers

300

Ms. Drahmann is teaching the class at the carpet area. Frankie runs through the carpet area yelling and waving his arms. 

Unexpected.