Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will identify common triggers of emotional dysregulation and practice two coping strategies—deep breathing and requesting a break—through discussion, video modeling, role-play, and a quick quiz.
Building self-advocacy and coping skills helps students manage frustration, supports emotional regulation, and promotes success in academic and social settings.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session 1 Materials
15 min
Step 1
Get-to-Know-You Warm-Up
5 min
Step 2
Warm-Up Check-In
5 min
Step 3
Introduce Emotional Triggers
5 min
Step 4
Teach Deep Breathing
8 min
Step 5
Practice Asking for a Break
5 min
Step 6
Quick Quiz
5 min
Step 7
Cool Down and Reflection
2 min
Slide Deck
Session 1: Recognizing Emotions
What Are Emotions?
Emotional Dysregulation
What Triggers Upset?
Introducing Deep Breathing
Deep Breathing Steps
Asking for a Break
How to Ask for a Break
Worksheet
Reading
Discussion
Activity
Game
Quiz
Session 1 Quiz
Answer Key
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will review emotional triggers and coping strategies, demonstrate strategies through games, and design a personalized Calm Toolbox to use when upset.
Creating a personalized toolbox reinforces self-advocacy and coping skill ownership, promoting emotional regulation and independence in classroom settings.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session 2 Materials
15 min
Step 1
Warm-Up Check-In
5 min
Step 2
Review & Story Discussion
5 min
Step 3
Calm Techniques Charades
4 min
Step 4
Strategy Spinner Game
4 min
Step 5
Quick Quiz
5 min
Step 6
Plan & Build Calm Toolbox
6 min
Step 7
Cool Down & Reflection
1 min
Slide Deck
Session 2: Building Your Calm Toolbox
What Triggers Upset?
Deep Breathing Review
Asking for a Break
Tia’s Calm Toolbox Story
Planning Your Toolbox
Create Your Toolbox
Cool Down & Reflection
Reading
Discussion
Activity
Game
Worksheet
Project Guide
Quiz
Session 2 Quiz
