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.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
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

Slide Deck
Stop, Think, Choose
What Is the Stoplight Strategy?
STEP 1: STOP (Red)
STEP 2: THINK (Yellow)
STEP 3: CHOOSE (Green)
Let’s Practice!

Script


Game


Quiz
Traffic Light Scenarios
