Lesson Plan
Zone Detective Plan
Students will identify and label their feelings within the Zones of Regulation framework, using color-coded resources to recognize their emotional state and select appropriate self-regulation strategies.
By pinpointing their current zone, students gain self-awareness and learn to apply coping tools, promoting emotional regulation and readiness for learning.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Colorful Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Identify Your Zone
10 minutes
Step 3
Zone Sorting Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Reflective Fingers
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Spot Your Feeling
Blue Zone Example 1
Blue Zone Example 2
Green Zone Example 1
Green Zone Example 2
Yellow Zone Example 1
Yellow Zone Example 2
Red Zone Example 1
Red Zone Example 2
Great Work!
Warm Up
Activity
Cool Down
