Lesson Plan

Mind Traffic Control Plan

Students will learn to identify their emotional states using a traffic light analogy (green, yellow, red) and apply self-regulation strategies to maintain focus and manage strong feelings.

Understanding and managing emotions supports academic success, reduces classroom disruptions, and fosters positive peer interactions by providing students with a simple, memorable framework.

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15 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Teaching Input

7 minutes

Step 3

Guided Practice

8 minutes

Step 4

Independent Practice

7 minutes

Step 5

Cool-Down & Closure

3 minutes

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Mind Traffic Control

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Why Self-Regulation?

The Traffic Light Zones

Emotion Scenarios

Guided Practice

Independent Reflection

Cool-Down & Closure

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Mind Traffic Control

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Adriana Verduzco

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