Mission Calm Lesson Plan Mission Calm: Lesson Plan
Individual Session: Personal Space & Emotional Regulation
Mission Objectives
Understand the "Body Bubble" concept.
Identify 3 ways to stay calm when frustrated.
Practice using "I feel" statements.
Differentiate between helpful and hurtful hands.
Required Gear
"My Space Bubble" Social Story
Coping Skills Choice Board
"Hands on Deck" Sorting Worksheet
Calm Down Visual Cards
1. The Body Bubble Launch (10 mins)
Read the "My Space Bubble" Social Story together. Use your hands to trace a large invisible "bubble" around the student. Explain that everyone has a bubble that keeps them safe and happy.
"Look! I have a bubble, and you have a bubble. When we stay in our own bubbles, everyone feels safe. If I push your bubble, it might pop and make you feel sad. Let's practice keeping our hands inside our own space suits!"
2. Mission Control Role-Play (15 mins)
Practice two specific scenarios using the "I Feel" Script . Use a toy or a drawing of a "frustrating task" (like a broken block tower).
Scenario A: The Carpet Crowd
Someone sits too close on the carpet.
Script: "I feel [uncomfortable] when you sit on my bubble. Please move back."
Scenario B: The Tough Task
The student is struggling with a worksheet or puzzle.
Script: "I feel [frustrated] because this is hard. I need a break."
3. Sorting Success (10 mins)
Complete the "Hands on Deck" Sorting Worksheet . Discuss why "hands to self" is a superpower for a Space Explorer.
4. Calm Down Kit Assembly (5 mins)
Let the student pick their favorite 3 Calm Down Visual Cards to keep in their desk or a special "Mission Control" box. Explain that they can use these cards when they feel a "Solar Flare" (anger) coming on.
END MISSION • MISSION CALM TEACHER GUIDE
My Space Bubble Social Story My Space Bubble
A story about keeping my hands safe and my bubble happy!
By Explorer: ____________________
This is Me!
I am a Space Explorer. I have an invisible Space Bubble all around me.
My bubble keeps me safe and comfortable.
Carpet Mission
When we sit on the carpet, everyone has their own bubble.
I keep my hands and feet inside my bubble. This helps my friends feel happy.
The Solar Flare
Sometimes, school tasks are hard. I might feel a Solar Flare of anger in my chest.
Instead of pushing or hitting, I can use my words!
Mission Control
I can say, "I feel frustrated!" or "I need space!"
I can take 3 deep breaths. This makes my Solar Flare go away.
Mission Success!
When I keep my hands to myself and use my words, I am a Star Explorer! Everyone stays safe and has fun.
Mission Control Calm Board Mission Control: Calm Board
Choose a tool to help your body feel calm and safe.
3 Deep Breaths
In through the nose... out through the mouth.
Body Squeeze
Give yourself a big, tight hug or squeeze a pillow.
Count to 10
Close your eyes and count slowly to ten.
Ask for Help
Use your words to tell a teacher what you need.
Drink Water
Take a few cool sips of water to reset.
Wall Pushes
Push against the wall with all your strength.
"I can stay in control! I am a Star Explorer!"
Hands on Deck Sort Worksheet Hands on Deck!
Sorting Safe Hands vs. Hurtful Hands
NAME: __________________________
DATE: __________________________
Mission Instructions: Cut out the pictures at the bottom. Glue them in the right box below!
Safe Hands
Hurtful Hands
Cut along the lines below
High Five
Pushing
Waving
Hitting
Drawing
Pulling
Helping
Grabbing
Calm Explorer Visual Cards Calm Explorer Cards
Cut these cards out for your Mission Control kit!
Breathe
1... 2... 3...
My Bubble
Hands inside
Use Words
"I feel..."
Count
To 10
Stop
Think first
Ask Help
Teacher
Water
Sip slow
Push
The Wall
Squeeze
Self hug
Cut cards and punch a hole to keep on a ring
Star Student Rocket Tracker Star Student Rocket Tracker
Keeping my Space Bubble safe and my body calm!
Explorer Name
___________________
Mission Week
___________________
Target Stars
___________________
Mission Goal Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Safe Hands
Hands in my bubble
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Carpet Space
Sitting in my spot
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Used Words
"I feel..." statements
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Stayed Calm
Took deep breaths
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My Mission Reward:
____________________________________________________________
Parent/Teacher Initial: ___________
Waiting for Launch Social Story Waiting for Launch
How to wait for my turn like a brave Explorer!
By Explorer: ____________________
I Like to Play!
Sometimes, a friend is playing with a toy I want. I might feel like I want it right now !
But an Explorer knows that everyone gets a turn.
The Countdown
Waiting can feel long. I can do a Slow Countdown in my head.
5... 4... 3... 2... 1... I am ready to be patient.
Hands Stay Safe
I don't grab the toy. Grabbing makes my friend sad and pops their bubble.
I keep my hands to myself while I wait.
Radio Check
I can say, "Can I have a turn when you are done?"
My words are my superpower! My friend will say "Yes" soon.
Blast Off!
Waiting makes me a great friend. When it is my turn, I will be so happy I waited!
The Rocket Line Social Story The Rocket Line
Staying in my space while we walk in line!
By Explorer: ____________________
Time to Move!
In school, we walk in a line to go to lunch, recess, or the library.
It's like a Rocket Fleet moving through space!
Bubble Check
I make sure I have space in front of me and space behind me.
I don't want to bump my friends' bubbles.
Steady Flight
My hands stay by my side or in my pockets. My feet stay on the floor.
I walk slowly so I don't crash into anyone.
Navigating
I keep my eyes forward on my teacher.
If someone bumps me, I stay calm and keep walking.
Smooth Landing!
When I walk nicely in line, my teacher is proud. I am a Safe Navigator!
Mission Change Social Story Mission Change
What to do when the teacher says "No" or "Stop".
By Explorer: ____________________
The Red Light
Sometimes, my teacher says "No" or "Stop." I might feel frustrated or sad.
My face might feel hot, and my hands might want to push.
Pause the Engines
When I hear "No," I can Pause .
I take a deep breath to cool down my Solar Flare.
It's Okay!
Saying "Okay" shows I am a brave Explorer.
My teacher says "No" to keep me safe or to help me learn.
Radio Check
I can say "Okay" now.
Later, I can ask "Can I do this another time?"
Mission Complete!
Handling "No" is a big-kid skill. I am a Mission Master!
