About the Zones
True or False: All feelings are ok.
True, what matters is what you do with those feelings.
Name 2 feelings in the blue zone.
Name two feelings in the green zone.
Name two feelings in the yellow zone.
Anxious, frustrated, excited, silly, fidgety, stressed.
Name two feelings in the red zone.
Rage, panic, terror, feeling out of control, devastation, anger, extreme frustration.
What zones do these feelings belong to? Sad, bored, tired, or sick.
BLUE Zone
Sara is bored and tired in her class. She can't stay awake. What are two things Sara can do to improve her attention.
Take a break, drink water, go to the restroom to splash water on her face, name her feeling, give herself a hug.
You are sitting in the classroom, waiting attentively for the teacher to give instructions. You are...
Ready to learn
True or false: Feelings of frustration are a part of life.
True, things are going to happen from time to time. Learning how to deal with them makes all the difference.
Patricia was at the playground. Maria threw sand at her on purpose. Patricia began screaming, pushing, and punching Maria. What could she have done instead of losing control?
Taken a deep breath, counted to ten, let the teacher know, drink some water, squeeze a stressball, go away from Maria, ask to take a break.
What zone do these feelings belong to? Happy, focused, calm, proud, ready to learn.
GREEN Zone
Mike's allergies are really acting up today. He is sneezing, coughing, and running low on energy. What are two things he can do to feel better.
Rest, take allergy medicine, take a nap, listen to relaxing music, sit outside in nature.
Your mom just agreed to let your best friend sleep over. What word describe your mood?
Content, happy, cheerful, joyous
Keisha watched a scary movie and now she can't sleep. What should she do?
Hug a toy, take slow deep breaths, imagine a safe space, find a trusted adult to talk to, face my fears, don't watch anymore scary movies.
True or False: When I am feeling angry, it is ok to yell and scream at others.
No, the minute I yell or scream at others, I am no longer in control of my emotions.
What zone do these feelings belong to? Worried, frustrated, silly, excited.
YELLOW Zone
Your dad promised to pick you up after school, but it's 3:30 and he still hasn't shown up. How are you feeling?
Sad, disappointed.
What are some things I can do when I am feeling joyful?
Sing a happy song, smile, keep a gratitude journal, write a thank you note, give someone a hug.
Pedro gets disgusted by the sight of vomit. What can Pedro do if his classmate throws up in front of him at the playground?
Step away from what is bothering him, express my feelings respectfully, ask the teacher how he can help (get a cup of water or paper towels)
True or false: The best way to respond to feelings of anger is to seek revenge.
False, seeking revenge will only make matters worse.
What zone do these feelings belong to? Rage, panic, terror, feeling out of control.
RED Zone
Name two ways to deal with feelings of sadness.
Talk to a trusted adult, take a walk outside, say positive things to myself, write or draw in my journal.
True or false: People should only be joyful during major life events.
False. People respond differently.
Freda has been wanting a special gift for her birthday and she finally got it. How can she contain her excitement so that she doesn't lose control.
Take deep breaths, show gratitude, scream in a pillow.
True or false: A good motto to say to myself when I am furious is: I am in control of my emotions, my emotions do not control me.
True. Controlling your emotions begins with your thoughts.