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Emotional Regulation

Discover a curated collection of free resources focused on the Zones of Regulation, designed to help educators, students, and parents support sensory processing and self-regulation. Access practical activities, adaptable lessons, and real-world examples that foster emotional awareness and coping strategies. Build essential skills for managing feelings and behavior—empowering learners to thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Suggested Resources

What's Brewing Inside My Emotional Volcano?

Tier 1

3rd Grade Class

45 mins

This resource introduces the concept of emotions building up like a volcano and helps students recognize early signs of emotional escalation. It's crucial for teaching self-awareness and preventative regulation strategies to the whole class.

Calm Corner

Tier 2

5th Grade Group

60 mins

This resource guides a small group of students in creating and utilizing a personal 'calm corner' toolkit with sensory and coping strategies. It provides a structured approach for students needing more focused support in self-soothing.

The Emotion Detective Handbook

Tier 3

7th Grade Student

30 mins

This resource empowers an individual student to become an 'emotion detective,' identifying and understanding their own feelings and triggers. It's vital for a student requiring intensive, personalized instruction on emotional literacy.

How Do My Thoughts Affect My Feelings?

Tier 1

6th Grade Class

50 mins

This lesson explores the powerful connection between thoughts and emotions, helping students understand how reframing thoughts can change their feelings. It's essential for fostering cognitive flexibility and positive self-talk in the classroom.

Coping Strategies

Tier 2

4th Grade Group

40 mins

This resource introduces a variety of healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with strong emotions, tailored for a small group. It provides practical tools and practice opportunities for students to build their emotional resilience.

My Personal Regulation Plan

Tier 3

8th Grade Student

75 mins

This intensive resource guides an individual student through creating a personalized emotional regulation plan, including identifying triggers, coping strategies, and support systems. It's critical for a student needing a highly individualized and actionable plan for managing their emotions.

Can We Talk About It? De-escalation Dialogues

Tier 1

9th Grade Class

60 mins

This resource teaches the whole class effective communication and de-escalation techniques for when emotions run high. It's invaluable for building a supportive classroom community where students can help each other regulate respectfully.

Mindful Moments

Tier 2

2nd Grade Group

25 mins

This resource introduces mindfulness exercises to a small group, helping students develop greater awareness of their present moment experiences without judgment. It's perfect for teaching focused attention and stress reduction techniques.

My Emotional Thermometer

Tier 3

1st Grade Student

20 mins

This resource helps an individual student identify and label the intensity of their emotions using a visual 'thermometer' scale. It's a foundational tool for developing precise emotional vocabulary and self-monitoring skills.

Decoding Facial Expressions and Body Language

Tier 1

4th Grade Class

45 mins

This resource teaches the whole class how to interpret non-verbal cues to better understand emotions in themselves and others. It's crucial for improving social awareness and empathy in the classroom.

Stress Busters

Tier 2

7th Grade Group

55 mins

This resource provides a small group with practical strategies and activities to manage stress and anxiety. It's designed to equip students with immediate, actionable tools for moments of heightened emotional challenge.

Emotional Resilience Journey

Tier 3

10th Grade Student

90 mins

This comprehensive resource guides an individual student through building long-term emotional resilience by reflecting on past challenges and developing future coping plans. It's a deep dive into personal growth and self-efficacy for emotional mastery.

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Emotional Regulation Exploration

This lesson focuses on helping 6th graders with adjustment mood disorder and depression learn and practice emotional regulation strategies. Through experiential learning and restorative practices, students will engage in activities that promote self-awareness and emotional control. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with tools to manage their emotions effectively, reducing reliance on physical contact and fostering a supportive classroom environment.

Tier 2
2/25
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Joleen Shillingford

Counselor

Emotion Regulation Adventure

This lesson focuses on helping 4th graders understand and regulate their emotions through engaging activities and discussions. By using Game-Based and Experiential Learning strategies, students will explore different emotions and learn practical techniques to manage them effectively. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence, which is essential for personal growth and social interactions.

Tier 1
2/25
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Stephen Habib

Counselor

Emotional Regulation Workshop

This lesson focuses on helping students with ADHD and ED develop emotional regulation skills through active learning and trauma-informed teaching. By engaging in a guided discussion, students will explore their emotions and learn strategies to manage them effectively. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and emotional control, which are essential for personal and academic success. Additionally, it includes a discussion on the effects of marijuana use to help students understand its impact on emotional regulation.

Tier 2
2/25

Michelle Schneider

Psychologist

Emotional Regulation Adventure

This lesson is designed to help a 20-year-old intellectually disabled student understand and manage emotions through experiential and game-based learning. The lesson includes a discussion, an interactive activity, a video, an emotion wheel exercise, and a coping skills workshop to reinforce learning. This approach is important as it provides practical, engaging ways for the student to learn coping skills, which are crucial for emotional regulation and overall well-being.

Tier 3
2/25

David Sayegh

Psychologist

Impulse Control and Emotional Regulation

This lesson focuses on helping students develop impulse control and emotional regulation skills. By understanding the process model of emotion regulation, students will learn strategies to manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for students who have been suspended, as it provides them with tools to reflect on their actions and make better decisions in the future.

Tier 2
2/25
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SELENA JONES

Counselor

Emotional Regulation Counseling Session

This individual counseling session is designed to help 7th-grade students recognize and manage their emotions effectively. Through personalized discussion and activities, students will learn to identify their emotions, understand their triggers, and apply coping strategies. This session aims to enhance emotional intelligence and resilience, which are crucial for personal and academic success.

Tier 3
2/25
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Sarah Corrigan

Psychologist

Mastering Emotional Regulation

This lesson series focuses on teaching high school students about emotional regulation, its importance, and practical self-regulation tools that can be used in school settings. Through a combination of video content, discussions, activities, games, and assessments, students will explore how to manage emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with the skills to handle emotions like frustration and anger, promoting mental well-being and better interpersonal relationships.

Tier 1
2/25

Brytnee Peacock

Psychologist

Emotion Regulation Adventures

This lesson plan is designed to help kindergarten students learn emotion regulation strategies through engaging and interactive activities. Over five sessions, students will explore different emotions and learn techniques to manage them effectively. The lessons incorporate game-based and active learning strategies, making them suitable for young learners with limited reading abilities. By the end of the lessons, students will have a toolkit of strategies to help them regulate their emotions, promoting better social interactions and personal well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Samantha Staples

Counselor

Emotional Regulation Exploration

This lesson focuses on helping high school students understand and practice emotional regulation. Through a combination of active learning, inquiry-based learning, experiential learning, game-based learning, and collaborative learning, students will explore strategies to manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills to handle stress, improve interpersonal relationships, and enhance overall well-being.

Tier 1
2/25

Michelle Schneider

Psychologist

Emotional Regulation Adventure

This lesson aims to help 3rd graders understand and practice emotional regulation through a combination of video, game-based learning, and discussion. By engaging in these activities, students will learn strategies to manage their emotions effectively, which is crucial for their social and emotional development.

Tier 1
2/25
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Lerona Dickson

Counselor

Emotional Regulation and You

In this lesson, students will explore various strategies for regulating their emotions, focusing on identifying emotional triggers and using positive self-talk. Through interactive activities and role-playing scenarios, students will learn to manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for emotional intelligence, helping them navigate social situations and personal challenges.

Tier 1
10/10

Yvonne Brown

Psychologist

Emotional Regulation Skills

This lesson is designed to help 5th graders with autism develop emotional regulation skills. Through structured activities, visual supports, and discussions, students will learn to identify their emotions and explore strategies to manage them effectively. This lesson is important as it empowers students with autism to better understand and control their emotional responses, enhancing their social interactions and overall well-being.

Tier 2
2/25
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Valerie Davenport

Social Worker

Emotional Regulation Exploration

This lesson focuses on teaching students emotional regulation strategies through a combination of video content and interactive discussion. By understanding and practicing these strategies, students can better manage their emotions in various situations, leading to improved mental health and interpersonal relationships. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with tools to handle emotional challenges effectively, fostering resilience and emotional intelligence.

Tier 1
2/25
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Jason Levene

School Administrator, Psychologist, Counselor

Emotion Explorer

This lesson focuses on helping a first-grade male student develop emotional regulation skills through experiential and game-based learning. The lesson includes a fun and interactive activity that encourages the student to explore different emotions and learn how to manage them effectively. This lesson is important as it helps the student build foundational skills in emotional awareness and regulation, which are crucial for social interactions and personal well-being.

Tier 3
2/25

Kelvin Chin

Counselor

Emotional Regulation Exploration

This lesson introduces students to the concept of emotional regulation through experiential learning and project-based activities. Students will engage in discussions, watch a video, and complete activities to understand and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence, which can enhance students' social interactions and personal well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Juliana Garcia

Social Worker

Emotional Regulation Roadmap

An 8-week individualized lesson plan for a 4th-grade male student with ADHD, focusing on emotional regulation, coping strategies, conflict resolution, and processing unfairness. Each 30-minute weekly session is designed to help him manage emotional outbursts and develop healthier responses to triggers. Audience: 4th Grade Male Student with ADHD. Duration: 8 weeks, 30 minutes/session.

Tier 3
10/6
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Avery Takaha

Counselor

Emotional Mastery Series

This series of lessons is designed to help 7th-grade students develop emotional regulation skills through a variety of engaging activities. Emotional regulation involves the ability to manage and respond to emotional experiences in a healthy and constructive way. It includes recognizing emotions, understanding their impact, and using strategies to control emotional responses. These skills are crucial for personal well-being, effective communication, and building positive relationships. Each session focuses on a different aspect of emotional regulation, including understanding triggers, exploring coping strategies, practicing mindfulness, developing empathy, and building resilience. These lessons are essential for fostering social-emotional skills that contribute to personal growth and positive interpersonal relationships.

Tier 1
2/25
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Maria Geoffroy

Counselor

Mastering Self-Regulation

This lesson is designed for a 6th-grade student with emotional disturbances, focusing on self-regulation and overcoming work refusal. Over five 30-minute sessions, the student will learn strategies to manage emotions and begin assignments effectively. This lesson is crucial for fostering independence and improving academic performance, aligning with the student's IEP goals.

Tier 3
4/16

hafernicks

School Administrator

Mastering My Emotions: A Personal Journey to Emotional Regulation

This lesson is designed for a 20-year-old intellectually disabled male who struggles with identifying and regulating his emotions. The goal is to help him recognize his emotional triggers and develop strategies to manage them effectively, reducing incidents of eloping and yelling. This individual lesson will be conducted in a single 30-minute session, focusing on personalized strategies and understanding.

Tier 3
3/3

David Sayegh

Psychologist

Resolving Conflicts Peacefully

This lesson teaches the student effective conflict resolution techniques to handle disagreements peacefully. Through scenario-based activities and discussions, the student will learn to negotiate and find mutually beneficial solutions.

Tier 1
4/28
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Jenna Beebe

Counselor

Emotion Regulation Adventure

This lesson helps third graders learn to self-regulate their emotions through engaging activities and discussions. By using blended and game-based learning strategies, students will explore different emotions and how to manage them effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for emotional intelligence, fostering a positive classroom environment and personal well-being.

Tier 1
2/25

Meighan Allison

General Education Teacher

Emotion Commotion

In this lesson, students will learn about emotional regulation through a collaborative activity. They will work together to identify different emotions and discuss strategies to manage them effectively. This lesson is important as it helps students develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence, which are crucial for their social and academic success.

Tier 1
2/25
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Jonathan Shult

Counselor

Emotional Regulation Adventure

This lesson introduces 6th graders to emotional regulation through a short video, discussion, and interactive activity. It aims to equip students with strategies to identify and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop self-awareness and coping skills, which are essential for their emotional well-being and social interactions.

Tier 1
2/25

Shamone Wilson

Counselor

Emotions in Check: Learning to Regulate

This lesson introduces 3rd grade students to emotional regulation skills through a video and interactive activities. Students will learn to identify and manage their emotions using practical strategies. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle their emotions, leading to better social interactions and personal well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Elizabeth Valenzuela

Counselor

Brain Balance: Mastering Emotions

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of emotional regulation through engaging activities and a video. They will learn about the 'upstairs' and 'downstairs' brain and how emotions can lead to impulsive reactions. By understanding these concepts, students will gain practical strategies to manage their emotions effectively, such as deep breathing and counting to ten. This lesson is crucial for helping students develop self-control and emotional awareness, which are essential skills for personal and social success.

Tier 1
2/25

Nadine Cenord

Social Worker

Emotional Regulation Exploration

This lesson focuses on helping 7th graders understand and manage their emotions through inquiry-based, active, and collaborative learning. Students will engage in a discussion, watch a video, and participate in an activity to explore emotional triggers and coping strategies. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and improving classroom behavior.

Tier 1
2/25
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Nerea Lemus

Social Worker

Emotion Regulation Exploration

This lesson introduces 9th-grade students to emotional regulation through a short video and interactive activities. It aims to help students understand and apply strategies for managing their emotions effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle emotional challenges, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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DANELLE LOCKLEAR

Social Worker

Mastering Emotions

This two-session lesson is designed for a 7th-grade male student, focusing on emotional regulation and coping skills. It's crucial for personal development, helping students manage emotions effectively, leading to better decision-making and interpersonal relationships.

Tier 3
9/12

Yvonne Brown

Psychologist

Express Yourself: Mastering Emotions

This lesson is designed for a high school student with autism, depression, and ADHD, focusing on emotional regulation and positive coping strategies. Over three 30-minute sessions, the student will learn to identify and express feelings of frustration and triggers, using self-selected coping strategies to regulate emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional awareness and resilience, tailored to individual needs.

Tier 3
4/15

Sara Andrea Mendoza

Psychologist

Emotion Regulation Game

This lesson focuses on helping 8th-grade students learn how to regulate their emotions through a game-based approach. By engaging in a fun and interactive activity, students will explore different strategies for managing their emotions effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle emotional challenges, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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Sherri Watson

Counselor

Empathy and Emotional Regulation

This lesson focuses on helping 5th graders develop skills in emotional regulation and empathy through engaging activities. By using game-based and collaborative learning strategies, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions, understand others' feelings, and improve their behavior. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive classroom environment and enhancing students' social-emotional skills.

Tier 1
2/25
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Hanna Woodard

Counselor

Empowerment Journey: Building Emotional Intelligence

This 8-week lesson series is designed to empower students on a threat assessment safety plan by enhancing their emotional intelligence. Each session focuses on key areas such as self-control, empathy, resilience, anger management, decision-making, and self-reflection. Through a blend of game-based learning, restorative practices, trauma-informed teaching, and active learning, students will engage in meaningful activities that promote personal growth and emotional regulation. This series is crucial for helping students develop the skills needed to navigate challenges, make informed choices, and build positive relationships.

Tier 1
2/25

Krysti Hesse

Social Worker

Emotional Well-being: Understanding and Expressing Emotions

This lesson will help students understand how to identify and manage their emotions. Through discussions and creative expression activities, they will learn coping strategies and the importance of seeking support when needed. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with tools to navigate their emotional well-being, build resilience, and improves their social interactions.

Tier 1
2/25
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Catherine Cooper

Instructor

Understanding Our Emotions

This lesson series aims to help 4th-grade students independently identify when they are dysregulated. Through a combination of activities, discussions, worksheets, and readings, students will learn to recognize their emotional states and develop strategies to manage them. This is crucial for their social-emotional development and will aid in creating a supportive classroom environment.

Tier 1
2/25
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Nicole Camp

Psychologist

Emotion Regulation Exploration

This lesson focuses on helping students understand and practice emotion regulation techniques. Through a guided discussion, students will explore different strategies for managing their emotions in a healthy way. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for emotional well-being, which can enhance their academic performance and interpersonal relationships.

Tier 1
2/25
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Alison Nowicki

Counselor

Executive Functioning and Emotional Regulation

This 6-week program is designed for a 9th-grade male student who enjoys art and struggles with mental health. The objective is to improve executive functioning skills, identify emotions, regulate emotions, and learn coping skills. Each session lasts 10 minutes and includes a lesson plan, worksheet, activity, game, discussion, project, and a cool-down activity.

Tier 3
2/25
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Ashley Stone

Social Worker

Mastering Your Emotions

This lesson on Emotional Regulation is designed for 12th-grade students and aims to equip them with essential skills to understand and manage their emotions effectively. In a single 30-minute session, students will explore techniques to identify, express, and regulate their emotions, which is crucial for their personal development and mental well-being.

Tier 1
3/28

Arlo Smith

Counselor, Psychologist

Emotional Regulation Skills

This counseling session is designed to help a 5th-grade student learn and practice emotional regulation skills. By focusing on coping strategies such as deep breathing, positive self-talk, and visualization, the student will gain tools to manage emotions effectively. These skills are crucial for personal development and can enhance the student's ability to handle stress and emotional challenges.

Tier 3
2/25

Hollie Overholt

Counselor

Understanding Our Emotions

This series of 8 group meetings helps 2nd grade students understand emotional regulation by exploring the concept of the 'upstairs' and 'downstairs' brain. Through videos, guided discussions, and activities, students will learn strategies to manage their emotions effectively. This lesson series is crucial for developing self-awareness and coping skills, which are essential for emotional well-being and social interactions.

Tier 2
2/25
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Elizabeth Valenzuela

Counselor

Self-Regulation Adventure

This lesson focuses on teaching an 8th-grade female student self-regulation skills through a combination of personal reflection, individualized worksheet activities, and a personalized coping skills menu. By engaging in self-directed learning, the student will explore different coping strategies and practice self-regulation in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it empowers the student to manage her emotions and behaviors effectively, which is crucial for her academic and personal success.

Tier 3
2/25

Yvonne Brown

Psychologist

Emotion Explorer

In this lesson, students will explore emotional regulation through active learning and game-based strategies. They will watch a video titled 'Why Do We Lose Control of Our Emotions?' to understand the concept of emotional regulation and participate in activities that reinforce these skills. This lesson is important as it helps students recognize and manage their emotions, leading to better social interactions and personal well-being.

Tier 1
2/25

Nadine Cenord

Social Worker

Self-Regulation Adventure

This lesson focuses on helping a 5th grade student improve their self-regulation skills through experiential and active learning activities. The student will engage in a role-playing scenario where they encounter situations that do not go as planned, allowing them to practice self-regulation strategies. This lesson is important as it equips the student with the ability to manage their emotions and reactions in challenging situations, fostering resilience and emotional intelligence.

Tier 3
2/25

David Hoch

Psychologist

Emotion Explorers

In this lesson, students will explore emotional self-regulation through engaging activities and discussions. They will learn to identify and manage their emotions using practical strategies. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle their emotions effectively, promoting better social interactions and personal well-being.

Tier 1
2/25

RaShanda Hartman

Social Worker

Mastering My Emotions

This 25-minute 1:1 lesson is designed to equip an individual student with regulation skills to manage emotions and avoid peer conflict, fostering frustration tolerance. It aims to help the student apply these skills in social interactions.

Tier 3
10/15
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lpare

Social Worker

Managing Emotions Effectively

This lesson focuses on helping students understand and manage their anger through active and experiential learning. It is crucial for students with anger management issues to learn strategies to control their emotions, which can lead to improved interactions with peers and teachers.

Tier 2
2/25
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Jennifer Thomas

Social Worker

Big Emotions and Self-Regulation

In this lesson, students will learn about different big emotions and how to regulate them using self-regulation strategies. The lesson includes a video, an engaging activity, and a discussion to help students understand and practice these strategies. This lesson is important as it helps young children develop emotional regulation skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development.

Tier 1
2/25
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James Kelliher

Counselor

Emotion Regulation Adventure

This lesson introduces 3rd-grade students to the concept of emotion regulation using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques. Through a fun and interactive game, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions effectively. The lesson also includes a short video to reinforce the concepts. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle their emotions, promoting mental well-being and positive interactions with peers.

Tier 1
2/25
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Christina Wong

Counselor

Regulating Emotions: Size of the Problem

This lesson focuses on helping 5th graders understand how to assess the size of a problem and apply appropriate coping strategies using the zones of regulation. Through a combination of video, activities, and discussion, students will learn to identify their emotional responses and regulate them effectively. This lesson is crucial for developing self-awareness and emotional intelligence, which are essential skills for personal and social success.

Tier 1
2/25
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Jamie S. Hirsch

Counselor

Emotional Regulation Exploration

In this lesson, students will explore techniques for recognizing and regulating their emotions. They will learn to identify emotional triggers and practice calming strategies through interactive activities and discussions. This lesson is important as it helps students develop emotional intelligence, which is crucial for their social and academic success.

Tier 1
2/25
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Lerona Dickson

Counselor

Emotion Management Toolkit

This lesson focuses on helping students manage their emotions by identifying, rating, and discussing them. It includes a video, discussion, and activities to engage students in understanding and practicing emotional regulation. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to handle emotions in a healthy way, fostering better communication and emotional well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Ryan Guild

Counselor

The Art of Self-Regulation

This lesson introduces middle school students to self-regulation techniques through a creative mix of art and calming exercises. By exploring emotions through coloring and guided imagery, students learn to manage stress and anxiety, enhancing their emotional toolkit. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle emotional challenges, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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Stephen Habib

Counselor

Emotion Commotion

This lesson focuses on helping students understand and practice emotional regulation. Through interactive discussions and activities, students will learn to identify their emotions and apply strategies to manage them effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for handling stress and improving their emotional well-being, which can enhance their academic performance and interpersonal relationships.

Tier 1
2/25
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Karen White

English, History, Language Arts

Building Emotional Resilience

This lesson aims to build on the impulse control strategies previously learned by focusing on emotional resilience and self-regulation. The student will engage in activities that promote understanding and managing emotions, including a video discussion, a role-playing exercise, and a reflective worksheet. This lesson is important as it helps the student develop a deeper understanding of their emotions and equips them with tools to handle challenging situations more effectively.

Tier 3
2/25

Erica Carlos

Psychologist

Mastering Your Emotions: Building a Self-Regulation Toolbox

This 8-session individual lesson is designed to help students learn self-regulation techniques to manage their emotions when upset by peers or classroom situations. Each 20-minute session will focus on developing a toolbox of strategies, empowering students to handle challenges with confidence and resilience. This lesson is crucial for fostering emotional intelligence and improving classroom interactions.

Tier 3
3/24
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Eva Gonova

Special Education Teacher

Emotion Regulation Workshop

In this Emotion Regulation Workshop, students will engage in activities to help them identify and manage their emotions effectively. Through interactive and fun exercises, they will learn practical tools to enhance their emotional regulation and resilience. This lesson is crucial for developing self-awareness and emotional intelligence, which are key components of social-emotional learning and mental health.

Tier 1
2/25

Collin O'Leary

Math, English

Emotional Intelligence 101

In this lesson, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions, enhancing their ability to empathize and communicate with others. Through interactive activities like role-playing, students will practice emotional intelligence skills in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it helps students develop critical social-emotional skills that are essential for personal and academic success.

Tier 1
2/25

Taylor Toumayan

Counselor, Social Worker

Self-Regulation Superheroes

This lesson plan is designed to help elementary teachers facilitate self-regulation in the classroom through engaging activities. By using a combination of video, games, and discussion, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for emotional regulation, promoting a positive and supportive classroom environment.

Tier 1
2/25
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Muriel Ortiz

Counselor

Emotional Volcanoes

This lesson is designed for students struggling with emotional regulation, teaching them how to identify and express emotions before they erupt into hitting. It's crucial for emotional intelligence development, especially for 1st-grade students. The lesson is structured for a 40-minute session and is classified as Tier 3: Individual support.

Tier 3
3/18
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Madison Janicola

Social Worker

Emotional Regulation Superstars

In this lesson, 2nd-grade students will explore the concept of emotional regulation through engaging activities. They will learn to recognize how self-talk influences their emotions and practice strategies to manage their feelings. This lesson helps build self-awareness and emotional resilience in young learners.

Tier 1
2/25
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Rebecca Biggard

Counselor

Mastering My Emotions

This lesson focuses on teaching 3rd-grade students self-regulation skills to help them manage their emotions effectively. It's crucial for students to learn how to control their emotions and reactions, which can improve their social interactions and academic performance. The lesson is designed for a small group setting, lasting 30 minutes, and is part of a Tier 2 intervention for students needing extra support in emotional regulation.

Tier 2
4/10
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Melissa Mader

Counselor

Feelings and Fun: Emotional Regulation

This lesson focuses on helping a second-grade student understand and manage her emotions through engaging activities. Given her exposure to substance misuse at home, the lesson is designed to be trauma-informed, providing a safe space for expression and learning. By using game-based learning and inquiry-based strategies, the lesson aims to make emotional regulation accessible and enjoyable, fostering resilience and emotional intelligence.

Tier 3
2/25

Stacie Browne-Gallagher

Counselor, Psychologist, General Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, School Administrator

Taming Your Emotions

In this 25-minute individual lesson, a 9th-grade student will learn strategies to recognize, understand, and regulate their emotions in challenging classroom situations. This essential life skill will empower the student to manage peer conflicts, reduce stress, and build self-awareness for academic and social success.

Tier 3
6/18
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tsylvain

Social Worker

Mastering Your Emotions

This lesson on emotional regulation for 6th graders will explore how students can understand and manage their emotions effectively. By learning these skills, students will be better equipped to handle everyday challenges, improve their relationships, and enhance their overall well-being. This single 45-minute session will provide students with practical strategies to recognize and regulate their emotions, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

Tier 1
4/9
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jsaunders

Counselor

Feelings & Self-Regulation Adventure

In this lesson, students will explore self-regulation skills through engaging activities and discussions. They will watch a video on managing feelings and emotions, participate in a game-based learning activity, and complete a worksheet to reflect on their own emotional management strategies. This lesson is important as it helps students understand and manage their emotions, leading to better social interactions and academic performance.

Tier 1
2/25
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Kimest Sanders

Instructor

My Emotional Toolkit

This 8-week, individual lesson plan (30-minute sessions) is designed for an 8th-grade student with an IEP focusing on specific learning disability, ODD, and anxiety. It aims to develop essential emotion regulation skills, empowering the student to understand, manage, and express their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and promoting positive coping strategies.

Tier 3
10/15

Laura-Ashley Shury

Counselor

Calm and Collected

This lesson helps a 3rd-grade student with autism recognize and practice self-regulation strategies. Through a simple activity and worksheet, the student will learn to identify and apply techniques to manage emotions and behaviors. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and fostering independence in self-regulation.

Tier 3
2/25

David Hoch

Psychologist

Regulation and Consequences Adventure

This lesson engages 9-year-olds in understanding behavior regulation and the importance of consequences through interactive activities. By using a combination of video, worksheet, and a game-based activity, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and emotional intelligence, helping students to navigate social interactions and personal challenges with greater ease.

Tier 1
2/25

Jeanette Flores Tyler

Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Counselor

Emotion Control Lab

A 30-minute one-on-one lesson for 6th graders focused on developing strategies to recognize, understand, and regulate emotions. This Tier 3 session provides personalized support and tools to help students gain confidence in managing their feelings in real-time.

Tier 3
5/13
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Amanda Nickles

Social Worker

Emotion Explorers

In this lesson, students will learn about emotional regulation through engaging activities and games. They will explore different emotions and practice strategies to manage them effectively. This lesson is important as it helps young learners develop essential social-emotional skills, enabling them to navigate their feelings and interactions in the classroom.

Tier 1
2/25
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Rachel Sullivan

Counselor

Emotion Commotion

This lesson focuses on helping students understand and practice emotional regulation. Through interactive discussions and activities, students will learn to identify their emotions and apply strategies to manage them effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for handling stress and improving their emotional well-being, which can enhance their academic performance and interpersonal relationships.

Tier 1
2/25
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Darcy Lord-Evans

Counselor

Self-Regulation

This lesson introduces 4th-grade students to the concept of self-regulation and provides them with simple strategies to manage their emotions and reactions. It's crucial for helping students develop emotional intelligence and improve their ability to focus and interact positively with others. Designed for a small group (Tier 2) and takes about 10 minutes.

Tier 2
10/16
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Ryan Diaz

Counselor

Mastering My Emotions

This lesson series focuses on self-regulation for 5th graders, providing them with strategies to manage their emotions effectively over multiple sessions. It's crucial for personal development and helps students navigate social interactions and academic challenges. The series is designed for individual support under Tier 3 of the MTSS framework.

Tier 3
4/9
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Adriana Verduzco

Psychologist

My Emotion Toolbox

This 15-minute, one-session individual lesson helps 6th-grade boys understand and begin to practice emotional regulation by identifying common emotions and simple coping strategies. This lesson is important because it equips students with foundational skills to manage their feelings in a healthy way, reducing reactive behaviors and improving overall well-being. It is designed for individual support to provide personalized attention and strategies tailored to the student's specific needs.

Tier 3
9/22

LeAnna Hurst

Counselor

Anger Regulation Adventure

This lesson is designed to help a 4th grade male student learn to regulate his anger through engaging activities and discussions. By using game-based and collaborative learning strategies, the student will explore different techniques to manage anger effectively. This lesson is important as it equips the student with essential emotional regulation skills, fostering a healthier emotional response and improving social interactions.

Tier 3
2/25

Iana Aguilera

Instructor

Your Calmness Compass

This 20-minute, individual session helps a 14-year-old student (presenting with emotional skills of a 2-year-old) identify and use immediate emotional regulation strategies when feeling overwhelmed by anger and sadness. This lesson is crucial for empowering the student to navigate intense emotions and build a foundation for self-regulation. (Audience: 14-year-old student with emotional disability; 1 session; 20 minutes).

Tier 3
10/9
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agreenberg

Social Worker

Feelings and Chill: Kindergarten Emotional Regulation Adventure

This engaging lesson is designed for kindergarten students to help them recognize and regulate their emotions. Through fun activities and games, students will learn to identify different emotions and discover tools to calm down, fostering emotional intelligence and self-awareness. This 30-minute session is perfect for a classroom setting, providing foundational skills in emotional regulation.

Tier 1
3/9

Laura DePlacido

Counselor

Understanding Emotions and Self-Regulation

This lesson helps Grade 2 students identify and understand their emotions and learn self-regulation techniques. Through role-playing and discussions, students will practice expressing their emotions constructively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential social-emotional skills, fostering better communication and emotional management.

Tier 1
2/25
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Meghan Geppner-Drewniak

Counselor

Mastering My Emotions

This individual Tier 3 lesson for 8th-grade student J.F. focuses on developing emotional regulation and positive social interaction skills over a 30-minute session. It addresses verbal aggression, work avoidance, and promotes independent use of self-regulation strategies.

Tier 3
9/19

Orissa Lavia

Counselor, Behavior Interventionist, Social Worker, Psychologist

Self-Regulation Quest-K.K

A focused 3-session individual lesson helping a 6th-grade student build self-regulation skills through real-life classroom scenarios. Each 15-minute session guides Kayliah to identify and practice strategies to manage her emotions effectively. Tier 3 support tailored for low cognitive and limited speech abilities.

Tier 3
10/10

Yvonne Brown

Psychologist

Mindful Regulation and Safe Responses

This lesson focuses on helping students manage their responses to social and environmental triggers through cognitive exposure and practice. By using trauma-informed teaching, active learning, and project-based learning strategies, students will engage in activities that promote self-regulation and safe behavior responses. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and resilience, enabling students to navigate challenging situations effectively.

Tier 1
2/25
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Francesca Styles

Behavior Interventionist

Mindful Moments

This lesson introduces elementary students to mindfulness practices and techniques for emotional regulation. Through engaging activities such as breathing exercises and emotion identification games, students will learn how to identify and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle stress and emotions, promoting better mental health and well-being.

Tier 1
2/25

Pamela Vance

Counselor

Coping Skills Toolkit: Tools for Emotional Regulation

This lesson provides students with a toolkit of coping skills to help regulate emotions and handle stress. Students will engage in activities such as creating personalized coping cards and practicing various techniques. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to manage stress and emotions, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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Patricia Bailey

Behavior Interventionist

Feelings and Chill: Kindergarten Emotional Regulation Adventure

This engaging lesson is designed for kindergarten students to help them recognize and regulate their emotions. Through fun activities and games, students will learn to identify different emotions and discover tools to calm down, fostering emotional intelligence and self-awareness. This 30-minute session is perfect for a classroom setting, providing foundational skills in emotional regulation.

Tier 1
3/10

Tiffany Thornton (Gargano)

Counselor, Social Worker

Emotion Regulation and Conflict Management

This lesson focuses on teaching 9th graders how to manage conflicts that arise from individual differences by understanding and regulating emotions. Through a combination of video content, interactive activities, and assessments, students will learn practical strategies for emotional regulation and conflict resolution. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with the skills to handle interpersonal conflicts constructively, fostering a more harmonious and empathetic classroom environment.

Tier 1
2/25
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Kimest Sanders

Instructor

Mastering My Emotions

This 5-session individual lesson is designed for a 6th-grade boy with ADHD, focusing on decreasing conduct incidents and improving emotional regulation, personal accountability, and maintaining positive peer relationships. The sessions will include engaging activities, discussions, and readings to help the student develop essential life skills in a supportive environment.

Tier 3
4/28
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Jenna Beebe

Counselor

Feelings in Motion

This lesson focuses on teaching emotional regulation to a student with low cognitive ability in an extensive needs class. Through engaging activities and visual aids, the student will learn to identify and manage their emotions effectively. The lesson is designed for one 20-minute session, ensuring it is accessible and impactful without requiring reading or writing skills.

Tier 3
4/30

Iana Aguilera

Instructor