Asking our students how they are feeling is a great way to understand what they are going through. It is a conversation starter that not always needs to be through words.
Asking them to identify their feeling and give them choices to draw, journal, or talk through those feelings. It's a great exercise for anyone to use.
These are the terms used to described our Zones of Regulation. What does it mean to be in the Green Zone? What is an Unexpected Behavior? Can I recognize my triggers? Become familiar with the Zones through these simple terms and practice at home getting to know your Zones.
Take a look at our Zones to see how our emotions impact us. We may experience a variety of emotions throughout the day. Knowing our Zones helps us determine which coping skills we need to use to get back to learning and feeling better. What Zone are you in?
In understanding our Zones, we learn to regulate our emotions and reactions using "tools." These tools can be useful during different Zones. Theraputty maybe useful when I am feeling sad or tired. Bouncing a ball may help me calm down and get through a Yellow zone. Coloring may help me get ready to learn. Don't be afraid to explore your toolbox and find what helps you best when feelings arise. Create your toolbox at home today!