Lesson Plan
Zone Check-In Plan
Guide a 3rd grade student to identify their current Zones of Regulation color and select a strategy to move toward the Green Zone for optimal learning.
Building self-awareness and strategy selection supports the student’s ability to recognize emotions, regulate sensory needs, and engage more effectively in learning.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Quiz
5 minutes
Step 2
Zone Identification
7 minutes
Step 3
Zone Talk Discussion
5 minutes
Step 4
Strategy Sorting Activity
8 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Next Steps
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Zones of Regulation
Blue Zone: Low Energy
Green Zone: Just Right
Yellow Zone: Caution
Red Zone: Extreme

Warm Up


Discussion


Activity

