Emotion Exploration Adventure

Yvonne Brown

Tier 3

Lesson Plan

Emotion Exploration Adventure

Identifying Emotions & Zones of Regulation

This lesson focuses on helping a 3rd grade student identify and understand different emotions using the Zones of Regulation framework. Through a combination of personalized activities, video content, and one-on-one discussion, the student will explore how emotions affect their behavior and learn strategies to manage them. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills, which are foundational for effective communication and self-regulation.

Audience

Individual 3rd Grade Student

Time

35 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Blended Learning, Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Emotion Cards, Zones of Regulation Video, Discussion Questions, Markers, and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Begin with a brief introduction to emotions and the Zones of Regulation.
Explain that today we will learn how to identify emotions and understand how they affect us.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 minutes

Watch a short video on the Zones of Regulation to introduce the concept.
Ask the student to pay attention to the different zones and emotions mentioned.

Step 3

Emotion Card Activity

10 minutes

Present emotion cards to the student.
Instruct the student to sort the cards into different zones (e.g., Blue, Green, Yellow, Red) based on the emotions depicted.
Discuss why they placed each emotion in a particular zone.

Step 4

One-on-One Discussion

10 minutes

Use the discussion questions to facilitate a conversation about emotions and regulation.
Encourage the student to share personal experiences and strategies they use to manage their emotions.

Step 5

Closure

5 minutes

Recap the key points of the lesson.
Ask the student to share one new thing they learned about emotions today.
Provide a brief overview of how they can apply these strategies in their daily life.

Discussion

Emotion Discussion

A guided discussion to help the student reflect on their understanding of emotions and the Zones of Regulation.

What are some emotions you felt today?

Encourage the student to think about different situations they encountered today and the emotions they experienced.

How do you know when you are in the Red Zone?

Discuss physical and emotional signs that indicate being in the Red Zone.

What strategies can you use to move from the Red Zone to the Green Zone?

Guide the student to think about calming techniques or activities that help them regulate their emotions.

Worksheet

Emotion Cards

Printable cards depicting various emotions for sorting into Zones of Regulation during the activity.

Happy

Sad

Angry

Excited

Frustrated

Calm

Worried

Bored

Confused

Surprised

Nervous

Proud

Jealous

Lonely

Grateful

Scared

Answer Key

Emotion Cards Answer Key

This answer key provides guidance on categorizing each emotion into the appropriate Zone of Regulation to assist in the Emotion Card Activity.

Happy

Green Zone
This emotion is typically associated with feeling content and at ease.

Sad

Blue Zone
This emotion often involves feeling down or low energy.

Angry

Red Zone
This emotion is characterized by high energy and intensity.

Excited

Yellow Zone
This emotion involves high energy but is generally positive.

Frustrated

Yellow Zone
This emotion can lead to agitation and is often a precursor to anger.

Calm

Green Zone
This emotion is associated with being relaxed and in control.

Worried

Yellow Zone
This emotion involves anxiety and can lead to stress.

Bored

Blue Zone
This emotion is often linked to low energy and lack of interest.

Confused

Yellow Zone
This emotion can cause uncertainty and hesitation.

Surprised

Yellow Zone
This emotion is a reaction to unexpected events and can vary in intensity.

Nervous

Yellow Zone
This emotion involves anxiety and anticipation.

Proud

Green Zone
This emotion is positive and involves self-satisfaction.

Jealous

Red Zone
This emotion can lead to resentment and is often intense.

Lonely

Blue Zone
This emotion involves feeling isolated and disconnected.

Grateful

Green Zone
This emotion is positive and involves appreciation.

Scared

Red Zone
This emotion involves fear and can lead to panic.