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Countdown Calm Plan

Teach a small group of 1st-grade students a simple countdown technique to calm down and manage strong emotions effectively.

Developing emotional regulation skills early supports social interactions and academic success, enhanced through collaborative learning with peers.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Concept Explanation

5 minutes

Step 2

Guided Group Practice

10 minutes

Step 3

Collaborative Application in Simulated Scenarios

10 minutes

Step 4

Closure and Group Reflection

5 minutes

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Welcome to Calm Countdown!

Introduce the concept of the Calm Countdown technique. Explain briefly the idea of counting down to help calm down when feeling overwhelmed. Emphasize that it's a fun and simple way to manage emotions.

Step-by-Step Countdown

Highlight and explain the step-by-step process of the countdown method. Encourage the student to listen and observe the visual cues. Remind them that each step is important for calming down.

Let's Practice Together!

Use role-playing to model how the steps work. Ask the student to mimic the actions and say the numbers out loud as part of the practice.

Real Life Scenario

Present a simple scenario where the student's emotions might run high (e.g., a small disagreement or frustration). Prompt the student to apply the countdown technique in this context.

Feeling Calmer!

Close the session by reflecting on the experience. Ask the student questions to consolidate their learning and remind them to practice the technique whenever needed.

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