Anger Thermometer Workshop

Ting Gao

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Anger Thermometer Workshop

anger management

Introduce students to the concept of anger management techniques using the anger thermometer. Activities include watching a short video, creating personal anger thermometers, and practicing coping skills through role-play.

Audience

small group of 6th graders

Time

30 minutes

Approach

anger management

Materials

Anger Management Techniques For Kids Video, Post-It Notes, Markers, Anger Thermometer Worksheet, and Role-Playing Scenarios

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Briefly discuss the importance of managing anger.
Explain that today’s lesson will focus on recognizing and managing anger using a tool called the anger thermometer.
Hand out markers and post-it notes.

Step 2

Video Viewing

6 mins

Show the video "Anger Management Techniques For Kids".
Video Link
Briefly discuss the video and ask students to share any thoughts or feelings.

Step 3

Creating Anger Thermometers

10 mins

Introduce the anger thermometer and its purpose.
Distribute the Anger Thermometer Worksheet.
Guide students in creating their own anger thermometers, marking different levels of anger and corresponding coping skills.
Encourage students to be creative and personalize their thermometers.

Step 4

Role-Playing Scenarios

6 mins

Hand out pre-written role-playing scenarios to small groups.
Have students act out scenarios where they identify their anger level using the thermometer and apply coping skills.
Facilitate a discussion on what strategies worked best and why.

Step 5

Reflection and Exit Ticket

3 mins

Ask students to reflect on one new thing they learned about managing anger.
Distribute the exit ticket survey to gather feedback on the lesson.

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Worksheet

Anger Thermometer Worksheet

Worksheet for students to create their personalized anger thermometers.

### Anger Thermometer

1. Calm: No anger, feeling good.

2. Slightly Irritated: Feeling a bit annoyed, but still in control.

3. Annoyed: Starting to feel upset.

4. Frustrated: Stronger feeling of anger, starting to affect behavior.

5. Angry: Feeling angry, behavior is noticeably affected.

6. Very Angry: Losing control, need to use coping strategies immediately.

7. Furious: Extremely angry, urgent need to calm down.

Coping Skills: At each level, write down a coping skill that can be used (e.g., take deep breaths, walk away, talk to a friend).

Draw your own anger thermometer here!

Worksheet

Role-Playing Scenarios

Pre-written scenarios for students to practice identifying anger levels and applying coping strategies.

### Role-Playing Scenarios

Scenario 1

You’re waiting in line to buy lunch, and someone cuts in front of you.

How do you feel? What level is your anger on the thermometer? What coping skill can you use?

Scenario 2

Your little brother accidentally breaks your favorite toy.

How do you feel? What level is your anger on the thermometer? What coping skill can you use?