Introduce the 'Impulse Monster' as a fun character with a visual representation. Highlight its quirky, playful features to engage students while emphasizing that we can control and tame this monster through our actions.

Introduce the 'Impulse Creature' as a fun character with a visual representation. Highlight its quirky, friendly features to engage students while emphasizing that we can control and tame this creature through our actions.

Welcome! Introduce the lesson and set expectations. Briefly explain that the session will involve both indoor discussion and outdoor adventure activities focused on managing impulses.

Introduce the character of the Impulse Monster. Use engaging language and excitement to draw the students in.

Explain the concept of impulse control in simple terms. Use outdoor-relevant examples such as waiting for a signal before running.

Transition students to the outdoor component. Set clear expectations for the outdoor adventure, emphasizing safety and fun.

Outline the first part of the outdoor adventure. Explain the 'Pause and Breathe Trail'. Encourage students to listen for the signal and pause.

Detail the Nature Self-Talk Circle. Emphasize the importance of positive self-talk and clear communication.

Explain the Impulse Monster Obstacle Course. Demonstrate how students must pause at designated stations to tame the monster before continuing.

After outdoor activities, sit with the students to reflect on their experiences. Ask them to share strategies they used to control their impulses.

End the lesson with a positive note. Congratulate the students on their efforts and reinforce the learning objective of impulse control.

Welcome the class and explain that today we will learn about controlling our impulses through fun activities using the concept of an 'Impulse Creature'.

Introduce the concept of the Impulse Creature as a relatable and whimsical character that sometimes makes us want to act quickly.

Explain impulse control in simple language and relate it to everyday actions like waiting for a turn or listening to instructions.

Transition to the lesson's indoor activity. Outline that the lesson starts indoors with a discussion about the Impulse Creature before moving outdoors.

Introduce the first outdoor activity – a 'Pause and Breathe Trail' where students practice stopping and thinking.

Guide the students to the Nature Self-Talk Circle, emphasizing positive self-talk as a way to calm the Impulse Creature.

Describe the Impulse Creature Obstacle Course. Explain that at certain points, students must pause as the creature tries to make them act quickly.

Encourage students to reflect on the activities by discussing how pausing helped them manage their impulses. Ask questions to initiate conversation.

Conclude the lesson with praise, encouraging students to continue practicing these strategies at school and at home.