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Calm Like a Superhero Lesson Plan

Students will learn self-regulation skills through a relatable superhero story and engaging activities, enabling them to manage their emotions in social and challenging situations.

This lesson helps Pre-K children develop essential emotional control and problem-solving skills early on by connecting with a fun superhero theme.

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Preparation

3 minutes

Step 1

Superhero Story Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Role-Play and Activity

7 minutes

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Calm Like a Superhero

Welcome the students and introduce the theme of the lesson. Explain that today we will learn about how to be calm like a superhero using our special self-regulation skills.

Meet Our Superhero

Introduce our superhero character. Explain how the superhero stays calm during challenging times by using self-regulation techniques.

Calming Techniques

Discuss the importance of calming techniques. Demonstrate deep breathing and counting slowly. Ask the children to mimic the actions.

Role Play Activity

Guide the students in a role-play where they act as their own superheroes. Encourage them as they demonstrate their calming techniques.

Great Job, Superheroes!

Conclude the lesson by praising the students. Reinforce that everyone can be a superhero by staying calm in challenging moments.

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Calm Like a Butterfly Lesson Plan

Students will learn self-regulation skills by practicing calming techniques through a fun butterfly-themed activity, enabling them to manage emotions and improve focus.

This lesson helps Pre-K children build self-regulation and emotional intelligence, essential for reducing anxiety and enhancing concentration.

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Materials

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Preparation

3 minutes

Step 1

Butterfly Story Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Butterfly Breathing Activity

7 minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome to Calm Like a Butterfly!

Welcome the students and introduce the theme of calming like a butterfly. Explain that today we're going to learn how a gentle butterfly uses its wings and breathing to stay calm.

Meet Our Butterfly

Introduce the butterfly character. Explain how the butterfly uses slow, gentle flutters and deep, calm breaths when it gets windy or overwhelmed.

Butterfly Breathing

Demonstrate the butterfly breathing technique by guiding the children through a calming exercise. Encourage them to mimic the butterfly's slow, graceful movement.

Your Butterfly Moment

Encourage students to share their own butterfly moment by demonstrating how they relax and stay calm. Praise their efforts to reinforce their self-regulation skills.

Great Job!

Conclude the lesson by celebrating the students' efforts. Reinforce that just like the butterfly, they have the power to be calm in any situation.

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Calm Like a Butterfly

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