Lesson Plan

Stoplight Strategy

Students will learn and practice the three-step Stoplight Strategy—Stop, Think, Choose—to pause and make safe decisions in classroom and everyday situations.

Building self-control and decision-making skills helps young learners navigate choices safely, reduces impulsive behaviors, and lays the foundation for positive social interactions.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduce Stoplight Steps

10 minutes

Step 2

Play Stoplight Simon Says

7 minutes

Step 3

Partner Scenario Quiz

7 minutes

Step 4

Discuss Results

3 minutes

Step 5

Create Anchor Chart

3 minutes

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Stop, Think, Choose

What Is the Stoplight Strategy?

STEP 1: STOP (Red)

STEP 2: THINK (Yellow)

STEP 3: CHOOSE (Green)

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Game

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Traffic Light Scenarios

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Stop, Think, Choose

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