Lesson Plan

Circle Of Calm Lesson Plan

A 12-session SEL series teaching 5th–6th graders to identify and regulate emotions, build social skills, manage stress, anxiety, and anger through discussion, hands-on activities, games, and simple worksheets.

Provides structured, scaffolded practice of key SEL skills to support IEP goals in emotional regulation, peer interaction, and coping strategies.

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Prep

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10 minutes

Step 1

Session 2: Breathing Buddies

30 minutes

Step 2

Session 3: Mood Meter

30 minutes

Step 3

Session 4: Stress Detectives

30 minutes

Step 4

Session 5: Anger Volcano

30 minutes

Step 5

Session 6: Friendship Builders

30 minutes

Step 6

Session 7: Empathy Eyes

30 minutes

Step 7

Session 8: Problem-Solvers

30 minutes

Step 8

Session 9: Mindful Moments

30 minutes

Step 9

Session 10: Anxiety Avengers

30 minutes

Step 10

Session 11: Teamwork Triumphs

30 minutes

Step 11

Session 12: Circle of Calm Review

30 minutes

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Circle of Calm

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