Lesson Plan
Calm Classroom Blueprint
Students will identify their emotions using the Mood Meter, learn and practice three calming strategies with a Breathing Buddy, and reflect on how to stay calm to support a respectful classroom.
Developing self-regulation skills in 3rd graders reduces disruptions, promotes emotional awareness, and builds a positive learning environment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Mood Meter Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Calm Classroom Rules Introduction
5 minutes
Step 3
Zones of Regulation Mini-Lesson
10 minutes
Step 4
Breathing Buddy Practice
15 minutes
Step 5
Reflect and Reset Exit Ticket
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Zones of Regulation
Green Zone
Yellow Zone
Red Zone
Blue Zone
Which Zone Are You In?
Zones in Action
Remember Your Zones
Warm Up
Activity
Cool Down
