Lesson Plan
Pause Power Lesson Plan
Students will learn what impulse control is and practice strategies to pause and think before acting, enabling them to make thoughtful choices in the classroom.
Impulse control skills support better decision-making, reduce disruptions, and foster a positive learning environment by helping students manage emotions and behaviors.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Direct Instruction
7 minutes
Step 3
Strategy Practice Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Sharing
5 minutes
Step 5
Assessment & Wrap-Up
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Pause Power: Mastering Impulse Control
Today’s Objectives
Why Pause & Think?
The Pause & Think Model
Strategy Practice Instructions
Scenario 1
Scenario 2
Reflection Time
Exit Ticket
Activity
Activity
Worksheet
