Zones of Regulation
Q: Which zone is when you feel calm, focused, and ready to learn?
A: Green Zone
Q: What video game includes characters like Peely and Jonesy?
A: Fortnite
Q: True or false: Ignoring emotions makes them go away forever.
Explain your answer.
A: False - Ignoring emotions doesn’t make them disappear, it usually makes them come back later, stronger.
Q: Which pop superstar released albums like 1989, Midnights, and went on the massive Eras Tour?
A: Taylor Swift
Q: You’re trying to focus during independent work, but a classmate keeps making quiet jokes to their friend. You feel irritated and want to snap at them. What’s one feeling you’re having, and one respectful way to handle it without getting in trouble?
A:
Feeling irritated, annoyed, distracted
Take a breath, ignore it, ask them politely to stop, move seats, raise your hand for help
Q: Name two emotions that fit in the Yellow Zone.
A: Examples: frustrated, nervous, excited, silly, overwhelmed
Q: What blocky video game world got its own movie in 2025 starring familiar characters like Steve and others?
A: A Minecraft Movie
Q: True or False: Some emotions are “bad” and shouldn’t be felt.
Explain your answer.
A: False. Emotions are neither “good” nor “bad." All emotions are acceptable and normal. What matters is how we respond to them.
Q: Which NFL quarterback led the Kansas City Chiefs to multiple playoff wins and is known for his long passes and trick plays?
A: Patrick Mahomes
Q: A peer laughs when you give a wrong answer in class. You feel embarrassed and your heart starts racing.
👉 What’s one thing you could do in the moment to keep your reaction from making things worse?
A:
Taking slow, deep breaths
Neutral face + pause (don’t give the reaction they want)
Which zone includes feeling angry, out of control, or panicked?
A: Red Zone
Q: In Fortnite, what transports players at the beginning of every match?
A: The Battle Bus
Q: Why does taking a break help when you’re upset?
A: It gives your brain/body time to calm down and think clearly.
Q: Which rapper/singer released viral hits like Paint the Town Red and is known for blending rap and pop?
A:Doja Cat
Q: You feel like a teacher misunderstood you and corrected you unfairly. What's an appropriate way to handle it?
Some examples:
- The teacher calls you out in front of the class for something others were doing
- Quietly asking a classmate for help understanding an assignment and the teacher thinks you're off-task talking
A:
Stay calm and wait until after class
Ask to talk privately
Use respectful language
Take time to cool down first
Q: True or False: The goal is to stay in the Green Zone all the time.
A: False (All zones are normal; we just use strategies to manage them.)
Q: Which iconic horror video game series (also became a movie) is about haunted pizza place robots?
A: Five Nights at Freddy’s
Q: True or False: The goal of emotional regulation is to never feel strong emotions.
Explain your answer.
A: False - The goal is to feel emotions and manage them without letting them control your behavior.
Q: What is the name of the NCAA college basketball tournament famous for bracket challenges, leading to the "final four."
A: March Madness
Q: Two friends are arguing, and one wants you to “pick a side.” What would you do?
A: Stay neutral, encourage them to talk it out, avoid escalating drama.
Q: You’re joking with friends and get too loud and hyper in class. What zone are you likely in, and what could help?
A: Yellow Zone; coping strategies (deep breathing, take a break, lower voice, drink water, pause before speaking)
Q: What content creator on YouTube created challenges like “Last to Leave the Circle Wins $1,000,000,” is famous for giving away huge prizes, and built massive real-life versions of popular games like Squid Game.
A: MrBeast
Q: Give an example of a coping skill you could do at school versus one you might do at home.
A:
School: Deep breathing, counting, positive self-talk, asking for a short break, talking to a teacher
Home: Going for a walk drawing, gaming, listening to music, exercise
Q: Which artist became famous with Bad Guy, has a unique whispery style, and is known for her green and black hair looks?
A: Billie Eilish
Q: A peer has been making sarcastic comments toward you for weeks. You feel disrespected, but every time you think about confronting them, you get really angry. What’s a plan you could make to handle this situation in a calm, effective way?
Wait until calm before addressing it
Practice what to say
Use “I” statements
Involve a teacher or counselor if needed
Set boundaries and walk away if it continues