Anger Avengers Lesson Script

Introduction (5 minutes)

Teacher: "Hello there, Anger Avenger! I’m so glad you’re here today. We are going to learn how to manage our anger and calm down when big feelings come. By the end of our time together, you’ll have three supercoping tools to help you feel better!"

Teacher: "First, let's talk about what makes us angry. I’m going to show you a slide."
(Display the second slide of the Anger Avengers Slide Deck)

Teacher: "Here are some things that can make us mad: losing a game, someone being mean, loud noises, or waiting for something. What is one thing that makes you feel angry?"

Pause and give the student extra think time. Use visual cue cards if needed.

Teacher: "Thank you for sharing! Remember, all feelings are okay—and it’s brave to talk about them. Today we’re learning healthy ways to handle anger."

Read-Aloud & Discussion (10 minutes)

Teacher: "Now let’s read a story called ‘When I Feel Angry.’ I’ll show you the pictures and read each page."
(Display the third slide of the Anger Avengers Slide Deck and open When I Feel Angry Story)

Teacher (reading): "Sam stomps her feet when she loses her blocks…"

After a few sentences, pause.

Teacher: "Look at Sam’s face—her cheeks are red and her fists are tight. How do you think Sam feels right now?"

Allow extra wait time. Provide visual supports if needed.

Teacher: "Good thinking! Let’s read a bit more…"

Continue reading. Pause again when Sam’s body changes.

Teacher: "What do you notice about Sam’s body when she’s angry?"

Teacher: "Have you ever felt your heart beat fast or your hands get tight? Tell me one time you felt something like that."

Use prompts from the Anger Discussion Guide if student needs help.

Teacher: "Thank you for sharing your example. Anger can feel big in our bodies—but we have strategies to help it feel smaller."

Introduce Coping Strategies (10 minutes)

Teacher: "I’m going to show you three supercoping strategies. Look at this slide."
(Display the fourth slide of the Anger Avengers Slide Deck)

Teacher: "Our first tool is deep breathing. Watch me. Breathe in through your nose for three seconds…1, 2, 3…now blow out through your mouth for three seconds…1, 2, 3."

Teacher: "Let’s try it together. Ready? Breathe in…1, 2, 3… blow out…1, 2, 3."

Repeat if helpful.

Teacher: "Great job! How did that feel?"

Teacher: "The second tool is counting to five. When you feel mad, you stop and slowly count: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. This gives your brain time to calm. Let’s count together now…1, 2, 3, 4, 5."

Teacher: "Nice work! What did you notice when we counted slowly?"

Teacher: "Our third tool is finding a calm-down space. This can be a cozy corner with pillows, books, or a fidget toy. It’s a safe spot to go when anger feels big. Close your eyes and picture your calm-down space—what do you see?"

Teacher: "Awesome—your calm-down space sounds perfect! Those three tools—breathing, counting, and a calm-down space—are all yours to use."

Practice & Worksheet (5 minutes)

Teacher: "Now you get to make your own Anger Avengers plan. Here is a worksheet for you."
(Hand out the Anger Avengers Calming Strategies Worksheet)

Teacher: "On the top, draw or write one thing that makes you feel angry. On the bottom, pick your favorite tool—breathing, counting, or calm-down space—and show how you’ll use it next time."

Offer scribing help or picture prompts as needed.

Teacher: "Fantastic! Would you like to tell me about your drawing or writing?"

Teacher: "Next time I feel angry, I will… (read student’s plan). That sounds like a super plan!"

Teacher: "You are officially an Anger Avenger now—you have three amazing tools to help you calm down. Anytime anger visits, remember your plan! Great job today, and thank you for sharing your ideas. I’m proud of you!"

When I Feel Angry

Sam loved building tall towers with her colorful blocks. One morning, she stacked them up high and beamed with pride. But when her friend Leo accidentally knocked the table, the tower crashed to the floor with a clatter. Sam felt her cheeks grow hot, her fists clench, and her heart pound. She stomped her feet and wanted to shout—but she stopped herself.

She remembered something her mom taught her: slow down and breathe. Sam closed her eyes and breathed in through her nose for three counts… 1, 2, 3… then blew out through her mouth for three… 1, 2, 3. Next, she silently counted to five: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. With each breath and number, Sam’s body began to feel calmer.

After that, Sam tiptoed to her cozy calm-down corner—a soft pillow by the window where she kept her favorite teddy bear and crayons. She sat down, hugged her bear tight, and drew a picture of the tower she would build next. As she colored, her anger melted away like snow in the sun. When she felt ready, Sam smiled and stood up, excited to try again, knowing she had the tools to help her stay calm when big feelings visited.

Anger Discussion Guide

Use this guide to lead a structured, supportive conversation about anger before, during, and after the story. Offer visual prompts, extra wait time, and scribing assistance per each student’s IEP.

1. Discussion Rules (2 minutes)

• Remind the student of expectations:
  • Respectful listening
  • Taking turns speaking
  • Using calm voices
• Visual prompt: show a “quiet ear” and “quiet mouth” card.

2. Warm-Up: What Triggers Anger? (3 minutes)

• Display the “What Makes Us Angry?” slide from Anger Avengers Slide Deck.
• Ask: “What is one thing that makes you feel angry?”
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Follow-up: “Can you show me on this feelings chart where your anger lives in your body?” (point to head, chest, hands)

3. Story-Based Discussion (During Read-Aloud)

a. Identifying Physical Signs of Anger

• Pause when Sam’s cheeks turn red:
  Question: “What do you notice about Sam’s face and body?”
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Visual support: show cards of flushed cheeks, clenched fists, pounding heart.

b. Connecting to Personal Experience

• Question: “Have you ever felt your heart race or your fists clench? Tell me about a time.”
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• If needed, offer sentence starters: “When I get angry, I feel ___ in my ___.”

c. Problem-Solving Reflection

• After Sam uses breathing:
  Question: “Why do you think taking deep breaths helped Sam feel calmer?”
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Follow-up: “What might happen if Sam hadn’t taken those breaths?”

4. Coping Strategies Exploration (After Story)

• Display the “Coping Strategies” slide from Anger Avengers Slide Deck.
• For each strategy, ask:
  1. Deep Breathing – “How did your body feel after we breathed together?”
     
     
     
     
     
     
  2. Counting to Five – “Did counting help slow your thoughts? How?”
     
     
     
     
     
     
  3. Calm-Down Space – “What would you put in your calm-down corner?”
     
     
     
     
     
     
• Provide stickers or picture icons for students to choose their favorite tool.

5. Personal Application & Closure (5 minutes)

• Hand out the Anger Avengers Calming Strategies Worksheet.
• Guide the student:
  • Draw or write one personal anger trigger.
    
    
    
    
    
    
  • Pick and illustrate your favorite coping strategy.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
• Final Question: “Next time you feel angry, what will you do first?”
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Praise effort and remind them: “You are an Anger Avenger with super coping tools!”

Anger Avengers Calming Strategies Worksheet

1. My Anger Trigger

Draw or write one thing that makes you feel angry:

2. My Coping Strategy

Circle your favorite tool and then draw or describe how you’ll use it next time you feel angry:

• Deep Breathing  • Counting to Five  • Calm-Down Space

Describe or draw below:

3. My Anger Plan

Next time I feel angry, I will:

Great job! Keep this plan handy and remember—you’re an Anger Avenger with supercoping tools!

Anger Avengers Parent Guide

Thank you for partnering with us to help your child become an Anger Avenger! This one‐page guide explains what we covered, describes the three coping strategies your child practiced, and offers simple ways to reinforce these skills at home.

1. About the Lesson

• Who: 2nd grader working one-on-one with teacher
• What: Identify anger triggers, recognize physical signs, and learn three supercoping tools
• When: Single 30-minute session
• IEP Supports: Extra wait time, visual cues, quiet workspace

2. The Three Anger Avengers Tools

1. Deep Breathing
   • Inhale slowly through the nose for 3 counts (1-2-3)
   • Exhale through the mouth for 3 counts (1-2-3)
   At home tip: Model by breathing together before a challenging activity (e.g., homework time).

2. Counting to Five
   • Slowly count 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 in your head
   • Gives time for feelings to settle before reacting
   At home tip: Use a visual number strip or finger counting when your child feels upset.

3. Calm-Down Space
   • A cozy corner with pillows, a favorite toy, or coloring materials
   • A safe spot to visit until big feelings shrink
   At home tip: Help your child personalize this corner. Label it “Calm-Down HQ.”

3. Practice & Reinforcement

• Routine Check-Ins: Ask daily: “When was the last time you used your supercoping tool?”
• Role Play: Act out small frustrations (e.g., spilled juice) and coach deep breaths or counting.
• Visual Supports: Post a small chart listing the three tools where your child can see it.
• Praise & Reward: Celebrate effort: “I noticed you took three deep breaths when you were mad—great job!”

4. At-Home Activity

Use the Anger Avengers Calming Strategies Worksheet to have your child draw one thing that angers them and choose their favorite tool. Display their finished worksheet in their calm-down space as a reminder.

5. Final Thoughts

Validating feelings and offering consistent practice are key. Your encouragement turns every mistake into a superhero training opportunity! Thank you for helping your child become a confident, calm Anger Avenger.

Questions? Reach out to your child’s teacher for additional support or resources.