Lesson Plan
Calm in a Snap Lesson Plan
Students will identify self-regulation strategies—like impulse control and calming breaths—to manage big emotions and stay focused in school.
Teaching self-regulation empowers 5th graders to handle stress, reduce classroom disruptions, and build lifelong coping skills for academic and social success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Self-Regulation
5 minutes
Step 2
Identify Emotions
5 minutes
Step 3
Model Breathing Strategy
8 minutes
Step 4
Guided Student Practice
7 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closure
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Calm in a Snap
Today’s Objectives
What Is Self-Regulation?
Identify Emotions
Calm-Down Breathing Steps
Guided Practice
Reflection & Planning
You’re Ready to Calm in a Snap!
Activity
Reading
Worksheet
