Lesson Plan
Time In Teachable Moments
Students will learn to recognize strong emotions and use the ‘Time In’ strategy—pausing to reflect in the classroom’s Reflection Corner. They will define Time In, practice via guided dialogue, and complete an exit ticket to plan future use.
Teaching Time In empowers students with a positive, proactive self-regulation tool that fosters emotional awareness and community support. It encourages reflection over punishment, builds coping skills, and contributes to a calm, inclusive classroom culture.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Materials Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Time In
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Dialogue and Modeling
10 minutes
Step 3
Reflection Corner Setup
7 minutes
Step 4
Exit Ticket Reflection
8 minutes
Slide Deck
Need a Time In?
What Is Time In?
Why Use Time In?
How to Do a Time In
Your Reflection Corner
When Might You Use Time In?
Script
Activity
Cool Down
