Blue Zone of Regulation
Which of the following feelings represent the blue zone?
a) calm, content, ready to learn
b) mad, terrified, out of control
c) sad, bored, tired
d) silly, nervous, frustrated
c) sad, bored, tired
Which of the following feelings are in the green zone of regulation?
a) lonely, disappointed, sad
b) relaxed, calm, positive
c) excited, surprised, shocked
d) relaxed, excited, wiggly
b) relaxed, calm, positive
Which of the following feelings are in the red zone?
a) angry, furious, terrified
b) nervous, stressed, excited
c) down, tired, sad
d) happy, calm, relaxed
a) angry, furious, terrified
Which of the following feelings are in the yellow zone?
a) excited, wiggly, worried
b) sick, hurt, tired
c) wiggly, happy, tired
d) mad, upset, disappointed
a) excited, wiggly, worried
What does S stand for in SEL?
Social
Name a feeling you might experience if you are in the blue zone besides sadness.
Sick or tired
What does ready to learn mean?
You're in the green zone, you are feeling calm, focused, and ready to do your best.
What is a situation that might put someone in the red zone?
Someone might have been hurt by a friend, disappointed by someone or something, frustrated about something, upset things didn't go as planned, etc.
Heightened state of alertness and loss of some self-control.
What does E stand for in SEL?
Emotional
What is a situation that might put someone in the blue zone.
Any experience that might make someone have low energy... they could be sad, sick, or tired.
Name a feeling you might experience in the green zone besides happy.
Calm, focused, relaxed, etc.
What is one thing you can do if you are in the red zone?
Some red zone tools include: take a break, find a stress ball, take three deep breaths, find a snack.
What is an example of something someone might be worried about at school?
A test, a friend being mad at them, people laughing at them if they do something embarrassing, etc.
What does the L stand for in SEL?
Learning
What are some signs someone might be in the blue zone?
Maybe they're crying, their shoulders are hunched, they look tired, frowning, etc.
What are some signs someone might be in the green zone?
The person is focused, paying attention, listening, following directions, etc. They might look happy, for example they might be smiling.
What are some signs someone might be in the red zone?
Face turning red, breathing heavy, showing loss of control, clinching fists, etc.
What are some signs someone might be in the yellow zone?
Maybe they can't concentrate, they can't sit still, you can see the look on their face- they don't look calm.
What is term for "putting yourself in someone else's shoes?"
Empathy
What is a coping skill someone could use if they are in the blue zone?
They could talk about their feelings, think of a positive thought, journal or draw, etc.
Why is it important to use coping skills to get us to the green zone?
Because when we feel our best, we are ready to do our best!
What is a coping skill someone could use if the are in the red zone?
Deep breaths, counting to 10, drawing/journaling, talking to someone about it, etc.
What is a coping skill you can use if you're in the yellow zone?
Take deep breaths, talk to a trusted friend or adult, draw/journal, use a stress tool, etc.
Why is SEL important?
- It is important to be able to identify your own emotions to build self awareness and self management.
- It is important to be able to empathize with others to be a good friend and classmate.
- It is important to have basic social skills along with academics to be a well rounded individual.