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
Prepare Materials
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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