Lesson Plan

Cool Calm Choices Lesson Plan

Enable the student to recognize and manage impulses to hit, spit, or throw water by learning a traffic-light self-regulation strategy and practicing appropriate responses through structured role-play.

Students with autism often struggle with impulse control, which can lead to safety and social challenges. Teaching a clear, visual self-regulation strategy promotes independence, reduces behavioral incidents, and fosters positive interactions.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Teaching the Traffic Light Strategy

8 minutes

Step 3

Role-Play Practice

10 minutes

Step 4

Self-Reflection and Assessment

5 minutes

Step 5

Closing and Reinforcement

2 minutes

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Slide Deck

Cool Calm Choices

Session Objectives

Understanding Impulses

Traffic‐Light Strategy

Sorting Scenarios

Role‐Play Practice

Self‐Reflection

Closing & Takeaway

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Activity

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Worksheet

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Rubric

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Activity

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