Bubble Guardian Teacher GuideBubble Guardian Teacher Guide Target Age: 4-6 Years Duration: 30-40 Mins Goal Understand the "bubble" concept and identify safe boundaries. Focus Body autonomy and verbal boundary setting. Materials Hula hoop (optional), "My Space Bubble" worksheet, Slide deck. 1. The Hook: The Invisible Bubble (5 mins) Blow real bubbles or pretend to. "What happens if I touch a bubble? Pop!" Explain we each have an invisible "Space Bubble" that keeps us safe. If someone gets too close, our bubble feels squeezed! 2. Finding Your Bubble (10 mins) 1 The Arm Test: Stand up, stretch arms out, and spin. "This is your bubble! It moves with you." 2 Hula Hoop: Use a hoop to show the physical space boundary if available. 3 Discussion: Who can come inside? (Family/Safe Adults). Who stays outside? (Strangers). 3. Practicing "Stop" (10 mins) The Hand Signal: Hold one hand up like a stop sign. The Words: Say: "I need some space" or "I need my bubble." The Step Back: Take one big step back to fix the bubble. Teacher Tip: Role-play a "silly" scenario where you walk slightly too close and she practices saying "Stop!" or "Space please!" 4. Bubble Map (10 mins) Transition to the worksheet. She will draw herself in the middle, safe people inside, and others outside her bubble.
Magic Bubble SlidesThe Magic Bubble Your Secret Space Power! 1 What is a Space Bubble? Imagine there is an invisible Bubble all around your body. It keeps you feeling safe, comfy, and happy. It's about as big as your arms can reach! Let's Try It! Stand Up! Arms Out Wide! Spin Slowly! "Everything you touch is part of your bubble!" Oh no! Too Close! Sometimes, people forget about our bubbles. Does it feel: A little squished? Maybe a bit wiggly or nervous? How to Fix Your Bubble Use Your Signal Put your hand up like a stop sign. This tells others where your bubble starts! Use Your Voice Say in a Strong, Brave Voice: "I need some space, please!" You are a Bubble Hero! Remember: Your bubble is yours. You get to decide who comes in and who stays out. Safe Happy Strong
My Space Bubble WorksheetMy Magic Bubble Personal Space Explorer Name: Date: Draw yourself in the small middle box. Then draw or write names of people who stay Inside or Outside! The Outside Space (Strangers, Neighbors) My Magic Bubble (Family & Friends) Me! Circle how your bubble feels: Happy Safe Brave I can say "No" or...
Boundary Hero CardsBoundary Hero Cards Cut these out for matching or role-play! The Crowd Someone is standing so close in line they are bumping into your backpack. Action: Step forward and say "Space please!" The Hugger A relative wants a big squeeze, but you aren't ready for a hug right now. Action: Wave or high-five instead! The Toy Snatcher A friend reaches right across your lap to grab a toy you are using. Action: Use your voice: "I'm still using this!" The New Friend A new friend at the park gets right in your face to show you a rock. Action: Take a step back to fix your bubble. Cut along the thick colored borders!