Name That Zone
You feel sad, tired, or bored. What zone might you be in?
Blue Zone
Name one strategy that can help you calm down.
Deep breathing, counting, taking a break, etc.
What are clues your body might give you when you're nervous?
Butterflies in your stomach, sweaty hands, fast heartbeat, etc
Someone takes your favorite pencil. What is a respectful way to respond?
Ask for it back, use calm words, or ask an adult for help.
You feel calm, focused, and ready to learn. What zone?
Green Zone
You are smiling because you just won a game. Name one emotion you might feel.
Happy, excited, or proud.
What is one thing you can do if you feel overwhelmed by school work?
Ask for help, break it into smaller steps, take a short break, etc.
When you are tired, what might happen to your body?
You may yawn, move slowly, have low energy, etc
You are having trouble with a math problem. What could you do?
Ask for help, take a break, try a different strategy, etc.
You feel frustrated, worried, or overly excited. What Zone?
Yellow Zone
What is the difference between being frustrated and being angry?
They are both uncomfortable feelings, but anger can feel stronger. (Answers may vary).
What is a coping skill you can use without leaving the classroom?
What might clenched fists or a tight jaw tell you?
You may be feeling angry, frustrated, or tense.
Your friend doesn't want to play with you today. What could you do?
Respect their choice, find another activity, talk about your feelings, etc.
You feel extremely angry or out of control. What zone?
Red Zone
Can you feel happy and nervous at the same time?
Yes! We can have more than one feeling at once.
You feel angry after an argument with a friend. Name two healthy ways to handle your feelings.
Take space, breathe, talk to an adult, use words to explain feelings, etc.
How can you tell when your body is calm?
Relaxed muscles, steady breathing, comfortable energy, etc.
You are so excited that you keep interrupting the teacher. What could help?
Take a breath, raise your hand, use a quiet fidget, etc.
Can you be in different zones throughout the day?
Yes! Our feelings and zones can change.
Your stomach feels funny before you have to speak in front of the class. What emotion might you be experiencing?
Nervousness or anxiety.
Your first coping strategy isn't working. What should you do next?
Try another strategy or ask a trusted adult for help.
Why is it important to notice body clues before emotions get really big?
It helps us recognize feelings early and choose helpful a helpful strategy.
You had a difficult day and feel like everything went wrong. What are three things you could do to help yourself reset?
Talk to someone, take a break, practice gratitude, breathe, etc. (Answers will vary).