A 20-minute social-emotional learning lesson for grades K-4 focusing on anger regulation. Using the volcano analogy, students learn to identify Red Zone feelings and practice 'cooling' coping skills to prevent eruptions.

Week 1: Focus on defining physical and emotional orbits, identifying 'bubbles', and recognizing warning signals in the body.

A small group curriculum focused on developing self-regulation skills, identifying bullying behaviors, and practicing effective coping strategies through a detective-themed 'Peace Patrol' lens.

Practices social initiation and expanding circles, framed as inviting new artists to the 'Open Studio.'

Targets self-talk by teaching students to 'frame' their thoughts positively and replace 'blotches' with 'bright strokes.'

Focuses on emotional regulation and managing 'loud' emotions when peers are unavailable, using a color-mixing metaphor.

Introduces the 'Social Palette' concept, helping students understand that a healthy social life has many 'colors' (friends) rather than just one.

This lesson helps kindergarteners understand the difference between borrowing and taking through a relatable social story, visual aids, and interactive practice. Students learn the 'Stop, Ask, Wait' framework for respecting personal boundaries and asking permission.