The Zones of Regulation consists of four zones. Our feelings and emotional state determines what zone we are in.
The Red Zone is used to describe extremely heightened states of alertness and intense emotions. A person may be elated or experiencing anger, rage, explosive behavior, devastation, or terror when in the Red Zone.
The Yellow Zone is also used to describe a heightened state of alertness and elevated emotions, however, one has more control when they are in the Yellow Zone. A person may be experiencing stress, frustration, anxiety, excitement, silliness, the wiggles, or nervousness when in the Yellow Zone.
The Green Zone is used to describe a calm state of alertness. A person may be described as happy, focused, content, or ready to learn when in the Green Zone. This is the zone where optimal learning occurs.
The Blue Zone is used to describe low states of alertness and down feelings such as when one feels sad, tired, sick, or bored.
We can check in with a child at any time and ask them what zone they feel they are in. If they are in red, yellow, or blue we will use strategies and resources to help get them back to green. The goal is for the student to be able to get themselves back to green independently, but we all need a little help sometimes!
For more information on zones of regulation:
Get Back to the Green Zone Video