Lesson Plan
Shoreline Self-Regulation Plan
Students will read “The Sandcastle of Patience” to explore beach-based emotional metaphors, complete an Emotion-Tracker Grid to identify triggers and feelings, practice the Mindful Breathing Sand Exercise, and use the Quick Journaling Prompt to reinforce self-regulation strategies.
Using a summer beach theme makes emotional regulation relatable and engaging for 7th graders, helping them identify feelings, track triggers, and practice mindfulness for greater self-awareness and resilience.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Reading
5 minutes
Step 3
Discussion
5 minutes
Step 4
Worksheet Activity
10 minutes
Step 5
Mindful Breathing
3 minutes
Step 6
Journaling Cool-Down
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Calm Seas Strategies
Emotions as Waves
Spotting Your Trigger Tide
Building a Sandcastle of Patience
Self-Regulation Strategies
Mindful Breathing Steps
Reflection & Next Steps
Reading
Worksheet
Activity
Cool Down
