Lesson Plan

Trigger Investigation Plan

Students will identify personal behavior triggers through scenario analysis and self-reflection, then develop personalized coping strategies for better self-regulation.

Understanding triggers empowers students to recognize and manage their emotions proactively, reducing disruptive behaviors and improving classroom engagement.

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Setup Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Small-Group Investigation

10 minutes

Step 3

Worksheet Completion

7 minutes

Step 4

Group Debrief

5 minutes

Step 5

Coping Strategy Planning

3 minutes

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Welcome, Behavior Detectives!

What Is a Behavior Trigger?

Why Investigate Triggers?

Scenario 1: Loud Classroom

Scenario 2: Unfair Rules

Scenario 3: Teasing from Peers

Your Investigation Mission

Complete Your Detective Worksheet

Group Debrief Reminder

Next Up: Coping Strategy Planning

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Discussion

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Project Guide

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What’s the Trigger?

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