Lesson Plan
Taming the Volcano Lesson Plan
Students will identify personal anger triggers, use an emotion thermometer to track rising anger, and practice at least two self-calming strategies with peer support to manage outbursts.
Unmanaged anger can disrupt learning and social connections. This small-group Tier 2 lesson equips 3rd graders with self-regulation tools and peer-support skills, fostering better emotional health and classroom behavior.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
10 minutes
Step 2
Introducing the Volcano Metaphor
10 minutes
Step 3
Identifying Triggers Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Emotion Thermometer Worksheet
15 minutes
Step 5
Calming Strategies Introduction
10 minutes
Step 6
Role-Play Calming Strategies
15 minutes
Step 7
Reflection & Personal Plan
10 minutes
Step 8
Wrap-Up & Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Taming the Volcano
Lesson Objectives
Warm-Up Discussion
Introducing the Volcano Metaphor
Identifying Anger Triggers
Emotion Thermometer
Calming Strategies
Role-Play Calming Strategies
Reflection & Personal Plan
Wrap-Up & Closing
Worksheet
Activity
Discussion
Activity
