Lesson Plan

Calm Corner Blueprint

Students will learn to identify the purpose of a calm corner, design and establish one in the classroom, and practice self-regulation strategies to manage emotions, fostering a supportive class culture and reducing disruptions.

Self-regulation supports students’ emotional well-being and focus. A classroom calm corner empowers students with tools to manage stress, promotes a positive learning environment, builds empathy, and reduces behavior disruptions.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Prepare Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Calm Corners

5 minutes

Step 2

Why We Need Calm Spaces

7 minutes

Step 3

Design Your Zone Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Setting Up Our Class Calm Corner

5 minutes

Step 5

Feel-Good Check-Out Cool-Down

3 minutes

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Slide Deck

Why We Need Calm Spaces

What is a Calm Space?

What is Stress?

Signs of Stress

Deep Breathing

Move & Stretch

Positive Talk

Our Calm Corner

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Activity

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Cool Down

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Can Calm Corners Change Class Vibes?

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