Zones Definitions
What Zone is it?
Zones Toolbox
Zones Scenarios
Zones Miscellaneous
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What are the FOUR Zones of Regulation?
GREEN Zone: Happy, Calm, Ready to Learn
BLUE Zone: Sad, Tired, Sick, Bored
YELLOW Zone: Stress, Anxiety, Excitement, Fear
RED Zone: Anger, Mad, Rage, Terror
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If someone is "Feeling Blue", what zone are they in?
Blue Zone
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If you are feeling nervous or silly (YELLOW Zone) what is one strategy you might use to get you back to the GREEN Zone?
Answers may vary: Draw a picture. Talk to someone. Take a brain brake.
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Scenario #1: Your friend compliments you on your new shoes. You are most likely in what Zone & why?
The GREEN Zone.
"Why": answers will vary.
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What is the difference between small, medium and big problems?
Small problem can usually be solved on your own in a matter of minutes.
Medium problem may take a little longer to solve and may be resolved with minimal adult intervention.
Big problems require adult intervention to be solved effectively as they is no quick or easy resolution.
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What are strategies or tools?
A collection of calming or alerting techniques that you might use to help you feel calm or happy (GREEN Zone).
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If someone has "Butterflies in their Stomach", what zone are they in?
Yellow Zone
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What is this tool called?
A fidget spinner
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Scenario #2: You are having a big Science test in school tomorrow, you did not study. What Zone might you be in and why?
YELLOW Zone: You might be feeling stressed, nervous or anxious because you didn't study, you might fail the test.
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Scenario: My pencil tip broke during a test. How do you respond?
A) Stand up and throw your pencil across the room.
B) Raise your hand and let your teacher know.
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What is the difference between Expected and Unexpected Behaviors?
Expected behaviors are normal, reasonable, and anticipated; while unexpected behaviors can be considered unusual and out of the norm.
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If someone says they are "On Cloud Nine", what zone are they in?
Green Zone
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If you are in the RED Zone what are some tools that might help you back into the GREEN Zone?
Answers may vary: Stop what you are doing. Ask for a break. Find a safe space. Take deep breaths.
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Scenario #3: Your BFF makes fun of your new haircut, what zone might you be in?
RED Zone: It might make you mad that they are being "mean" to you. (Think vs Say moment).
YELLOW Zone: Embarrassed. Why would my BFF say that to me.
BLUE Zone: Sad. Your BFF hurt your feelings.
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Writing your thoughts down or journaling might help someone calm down? TRUE or FALSE
TRUE
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What does the word "Trigger" mean?
A trigger is something that irritates or annoys a student (or anyone) so much so that they become angry or frustrated (overall dysregulated) and may begin to experience feelings in the BLUE, YELLOW, or RED Zone.
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If someone says they are "About to Explode", what zone are they in?
Red Zone
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Name this fidget?
Pop-it fidgets
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Scenario #4: You just tied for FIRST place in the school basketball competition. What Zone might you be in?
GREEN Zone: You might be feeling happy and proud for all the winners!
RED Zone: Angry/Annoyed that you weren't the only person to win. Didn't want to share the win.
BLUE Zone: Sad that you weren't the only person to win.
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If someone is feeling "Thrilled" are they in the RED Zone or GREEN Zone?
GREEN Zone!
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What is self-regulation?
Self-regulation is a person’s ability to adjust and control their energy level, emotions, behaviours and attention. Appropriate self regulation suggests that this adjustment and control is conducted in ways that are socially acceptable.
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If someone is "Cool as a Cucumber", what zone are they in?
Green Zone
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If you are feeling tired (BLUE Zone) what are some tools you can try to bring you back to the GREEN Zone?
Answers may vary: You can stretch, you can stand up, you can take a walk.
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Scenario #5: You see something negative posted about yourself on social media; how are you feeling about that?
You see something positive posted about yourself on social media; how are you feeling about that?
Answers will vary.
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What does it mean to be "Self-Regulated"?
To be in control of yourself (physically, mentally, emotionally). Understanding and managing your behavior. Answers may vary!