Name that zone
What zone is Sam in when he is feeling tired, because he didn't get enough sleep last night and is having a hard time paying attention to his teacher?
Blue zone
My teacher asks me to stay in for recess
I can choose to stay calm and get my work done.
How does my body look when I'm in the yellow zone?
I need to slow down! A little too much energy. Wiggly, having some difficulty controlling my body. I am having a hard time listening and paying attention.
I may be nervous, starting to get frustrated or a little silly.
Alex is crying, because his favorite book wasn't chosen for circle time. Tell me 2 ways Alex can handle this.
-Ask teacher if he can read the book at free time
-Ask teacher if he can choose the book next time
-Take a break until he calms down
-Etc.
Kara is upset and overwhelmed, because she has alot of homework and two tests this week. She doesn't know what to do. What zone is she in?
Yellow
I don't understand a math problem.
I can choose to ask for help
How does my body look when I'm in the blue zone?
My body and my brain have little or no energy. My body is moving slowly.
I may be sad, tired, bored, feeling sick, etc.
Sarah is bored and tired in her class. She can't stay awake. Tell me 2 ways Sarah can stay awake.
Drink a glass of water, chair push ups, movement break, etc.
Thomas is sitting is his chair upright and straight. He is listening to the teacher and ready to learn. What zone is he in?
Green
My classroom is cold
I can choose to wear warmer clothes.
How does my body look when I'm in the green zone?
I have just the right amount of energy. My body is calm. I am sitting down and I am listening and ready to learn. I may be smiling.
I may be happy, calm, relaxed.
Tim is so goofy and hyper during class. He's on the verge of being out of control. What should he do?
-Take 3 deep breaths
-Take a break
-Go for a walk
-Etc.
Sally is feeling silly! She is making funny faces, sticking her tongue out and telling funny jokes. What zone is she in?
Yellow
My teacher told my mom I was talking in class.
I can accept my consequence.
How does my body look when I'm in the red zone?
I need to Stop! My body has too much energy. I am having a very hard time controlling my body and listening to directions.
I may be extremely angry or too silly!
When is it okay to be in the yellow zone at school?
Recess, lunch, play time
Julie is on the playground for recess. She is mean to her classmates and starts hitting them, because one of her classmates pushed her. She is out of control! What zone is she in?
Red
A family member kept me awake and I am tired
I can control my attitude and try to stay calm.
If I'm slouching in my chair, leaning over my desk, with my head leaning on my hand, what zone am I in?
Blue zone
When is it okay to be in the red zone?
If you are hurt, in pain, loss of a family member or loved one.