Lesson Plan
Calm Kinders Quest Lesson Plan
Guide a kindergartener to recognize anger, learn simple calming strategies, and practice using them with adult support to build co-regulation skills.
Early emotional regulation sets the foundation for social and academic success. Teaching anger management and co-regulation helps children identify feelings, calm themselves, and feel supported.
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Prep
Prepare Materials and Space
5 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Feelings Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Calm-Down Strategies
8 minutes
Step 3
Co-Regulation Role-Play
10 minutes
Step 4
Independent Practice
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Reinforcement
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Calm Kinders Quest
How Are You Feeling?
Calm-Down Strategies
Co-Regulation Role-Play
Your Turn to Practice
Reflection & Reinforcement
