Lesson Plan
Zones Quest Overview
Students will identify and categorize their emotions using the Zones of Regulation framework and practice self-regulation strategies to move toward a calm, focused state.
Self-regulation is crucial for effective learning and social interaction. This lesson builds students’ emotional awareness and gives them tools to manage behavior, reducing classroom disruptions and improving peer relationships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Print and Organize Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Zone Review
5 minutes
Step 2
Zone-Explorer Quest Game
20 minutes
Step 3
Daily Zone Reflection
10 minutes
Step 4
Closure & Share-Out
5 minutes

Slide Deck
The Zones of Regulation Adventure
Lesson Objectives
Blue Zone
Green Zone
Yellow Zone
Red Zone
Key Takeaways
Reflection & Share-Out

Game


Journal


Answer Key

