Blue Zone
You might feel this way if you are in the blue zone
sad, tired, sick, bored, shy, upset, hurt
The size of the problem means
A way to measure how big or small a problem is in order to determine the appropriate reaction and solution.
You can tell someone is in the red zone by noticing these non-verbal cues (name at least 2)
fists clenched
frowning
stomping
snarling
This coping strategy involves not paying attention to someone that is annoying you
Ignoring
Name 2 yellow zone feelings
annoyed, frustrated, scared, silly, worried
If a friend is in the blue zone you should: (pick 2)
a. Tell them to snap out of it
b. ask if you can help them
c. listen to them
d. tell your other friends
b and c
True of false
A serious injury is an example of a small problem
False
A serious injury is an example of a big problem
If you notice someone is in the red zone you should
a. tell them a joke
b. give them a hug
c. give them space and time
c. give them space and time
When someone has reached the red zone it is usually best that you leave them alone so that they can cool off. Once they are calm they may want your help.
True or False
If you are bored during a lesson it is appropriate to get a book out and read.
False
Mrs. Janus allows you time to read throughout the day. By not paying attention to the lesson you will be confused during work time and this will put Mrs. Janus in the yellow or red zone.
True or False
If you hit another student Mrs. Hurlbut will feel in the yellow zone
False
Mrs. Hurlbut will feel in the red zone if you hit another student because it is never ok to hit or harm another person.
Staying in the blue zone can affect you at school because
you might not get your work done
you might make others feel worried
you might not be invited to play
you might distract others
This is an example of a medium problem
suspended from school
hitting someone when frustrated
a big fight with your best friend
This puts Mrs. Janus in the red zone
talking over her
picking on each other
not listening to her
being rude to guests
lying
Three things you can do if someone is annoying you during class
ignore
distract yourself
use and "I" statement
ask to move to another area
go to the peace corner
ask for help
True or False
When your friend is in the yellow zone and feeling worried, it is expected or appropriate for you to ignore them and play with someone else
False
If someone is feeling worried or nervous it is usually helpful to have a caring friend who they can talk to or spend time with.
3 strategies you can use to get out of the blue zone are
take a break
ask for help
practice positive thinking
give yourself a hug
think of a funny joke
get a drink of water
This is an example of a "huge" problem
death
earthquake
fire
homelessness
When you are in the red zone you can do this to get back into the green zone (name 3 things)
take deep breaths
practice mindfulness
take a break
use an "I" statement
ask for help
take a walk
Your friend cuts in front of you in line. You could say:(Fill in the blanks)
I feel___________ when you cut in front of me because___________ and I'd like it if you________.
I feel (upset, frustrated, annoyed) when you cut in front of me because (it's unfair, it messes up the line) and I'd like it if you (went back to your spot, stopped doing that.)
What is the difference between being aggressive (red) and being frustrated (yellow)?
Aggressive behavior hurts others with words or actions and shows a total loss of control.
Frustrated behaviors hurt yourself and show a partial loss of control.
True of False
Feeling bored is a blue zone feeling
true
True or False
Spilling your milk on your clothes is an example of a tiny problem
True
It impacts only one person and can be easily fixed (wipe it off, get a clean shirt)
True or false
At school elated, which means overjoyed or overexcited, is a red zone feeling
True
This coping strategy involves focusing on your breath and centering yourself
Mindfulness
If you are feeling confused about something what is the first thing you should do?
Think quietly to yourself...
Ask 3 other students for help...
Then ask a teacher for help