Calm and Collected
Identify self-regulation strategies
This lesson helps a 3rd-grade student with autism recognize and practice self-regulation strategies. Through a simple activity and worksheet, the student will learn to identify and apply techniques to manage emotions and behaviors. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and fostering independence in self-regulation.
3rd grade student with autism
Active Learning, Experiential Learning
Worksheet: Self-Regulation Strategies, Colored pencils, and Calm Down Cards
- Greet the student warmly and explain that today you'll be learning about ways to stay calm and focused.
- Show a visual of a calm face and an excited face, and ask the student which one they like better.
Step 2
Activity: Calm Down Cards
8 mins
- Present a set of 'Calm Down Cards' with simple images and actions (e.g., deep breathing, counting to ten, squeezing a stress ball).
- Demonstrate each action and encourage the student to mimic it.
- Ask the student to pick their favorite card and practice the action together.
Step 3
Worksheet: Self-Regulation Strategies
3 mins
- Provide the student with the 'Self-Regulation Strategies' worksheet.
- Guide the student to color in the pictures of different strategies they learned.
- Encourage them to circle the strategy they like the most.
- Review the strategies practiced and ask the student to show their favorite one.
- Praise the student for their participation and remind them they can use these strategies anytime they need to feel calm.
