Lesson Plan

Circle of Calm

Keeping calm in crowds

This lesson introduces the concept of the Circle of Control to help students manage stress and anxiety in crowded situations. By understanding what they can and cannot control, students will learn strategies to focus on controllable aspects and cope with uncontrollable ones. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional regulation skills, especially in crowded environments, which can be overwhelming for students with autism.

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Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Step 2

Video Viewing

4 mins

Step 3

Discussion

5 mins

Step 4

Activity: Circle of Control

8 mins

Step 5

Reflection and Sharing

5 mins

Step 6

Exit Ticket Quiz

3 mins

Step 7

Closure

2 mins

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Worksheet

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Reading

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Quiz

Circle of Control Exit Ticket

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Answer Key

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Circle of Calm

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