Lesson Plan
Calm in a Snap Plan
Students will learn two quick self-regulation strategies—deep breathing and a 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique—to manage stress and strong emotions. By the end, the student will demonstrate each technique and identify when to use them independently.
Adolescents encounter daily stressors that can impact focus, mood, and behavior. Teaching quick self-regulation strategies builds emotional resilience, reduces anxiety, and empowers students to regain calm in real time.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Environment
5 minutes
Step 1
Greeting and Rapport Building
2 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Self-Regulation Concept
2 minutes
Step 3
Teach Breathing Technique
3 minutes
Step 4
Teach Grounding Technique
3 minutes
Step 5
Guided Practice
3 minutes
Step 6
Wrap-Up and Next Steps
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Welcome to "Calm in a Snap"
What Is Self-Regulation?
Technique #1: Box Breathing
Technique #2: 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding
Guided Practice
Wrap-Up & Next Steps
Worksheet
Reading
Reading
