Lesson Plan

Stop and Think Lesson Plan

Students will learn to pause, recognize feelings, and make thoughtful choices by practicing the “Stop and Think” strategy through stories, interactive games, and reflection activities.

Developing self-control early helps children manage emotions, improve focus, reduce impulsivity, and make positive choices in and out of the classroom.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Welcome and Warm-Up

10 minutes

Step 2

Story Time

15 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Spinner Game

20 minutes

Step 4

Guided Reflection

15 minutes

Step 5

Self-Control Challenge Game

20 minutes

Step 6

Wrap-Up and Closing

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Stop and Think

Warm-Up: Feelings & Breathing

Story Time: Practice Stop–Think–Choose

Game Time: Spinner Scenarios

Reflection: Draw & Share

Challenge Game: Freeze Dance

Wrap-Up: Stop–Think–Choose

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Activity

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Activity

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Worksheet

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Reading

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Stop and Think

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