Emotion Navigators Slides Body Clue Detectives
Emotion Navigators!
Learn how your body sends secret signals before big feelings take over!
Spot The Clues
Grade 2 Edition
Concept 01
What Are Big Emotions?
All Feelings Are Okay!
Mad / Rage
Feels like a volcano ready to burst
Sadness
Feels heavy like a rainy gray day
Worry / Fear
Feels fluttery and jumpy inside
Hyper Joy
Feels like bouncing off the walls!
Class Quick Check: Give a thumbs up if you have felt one of these big emotions!
Early Warning System
Checking Your Compass
3 Big Clues
Clue #1
Heart
Thump-thump-thump! Pounding fast chest & quick breaths.
👉 Put hand on heart!
Clue #2
Temperature
Hot red cheeks, sweaty hands, or sudden body chills.
👉 Touch your cheeks!
Clue #3
Muscles
Fists balling up, jaw tight, stomach twisted in knots.
👉 Squeeze & release hands!
When you feel these clues, your body is telling you: "Get ready to navigate!"
Compass Meter Check
Reading Your Compass Meter
Spot The Level!
How Your Body Clues Move the Meter:
🟢 Green (Just Right): Heart calm, face cool, muscles loose. Ready!
🟡 Yellow (Warning): Pulse speeding up, warm cheeks, tense jaw.
🔴 Red (Too High): Brain crowded, body moving too fast. Stop & reset!
⚡ Catch your body clues in YELLOW before the needle reaches RED!
Class Check: Show with your hands where your Compass Meter is right now!
Calm Strategy
Stay In The Green!
Be A Calm Hero!
Your 3-Step Hero Action Plan:
1 Check My Meter: Notice my body clues early.
2 Take A Slow Breath: Inhale calm, exhale tension.
3 Tell My Body: "Slow down. I've got this!"
⭐ WHEN MY METER IS GREEN, I AM A CALM HERO! ⭐
Class Hero Practice: Say together: "Slow down." Take 1 slow hero breath now! 🧘
Detective Case 01
The Surprise Result
Case #1
"You spent all evening working hard on your drawing. When you get it back, the grade is lower than you hoped. You feel your cheeks turn flaming red and your hands ball into tight fists!"
Body Clues:
• Flaming red cheeks
Compass Areas:
• Temperature (Heat)
Power Meter:
🔴 Spike to RED!
What Big Emotion is this student navigating? (Frustration / Disappointment)
Detective Case 02
The Interruption
Case #2
"You are telling an awesome recess story to your friends, but another student interrupts and talks right over you. You feel your jaw lock tight and your heart starts racing fast!"
Body Clues:
• Tight locked jaw
Compass Areas:
• Heart (Racing pulse)
Power Meter:
🔴 Rising to RED!
What Big Emotion is bubbling up? (Annoyance / Anger)
Detective Case 03
The Change in Plans
Case #3
"You lined up ready for outdoor recess, but the teacher says it started pouring rain and recess is inside. You feel a heavy weight on your chest and your shoulders droop down."
Body Clues:
• Heavy chest feeling
Compass Areas:
• Heart / Chest (Heavy)
Power Meter:
🔵 Meter Drops LOW
What Big Emotion is this student feeling? (Disappointment / Sadness)
Detective Case 04
The Game Mistake
Case #4
"In gym class, you drop the ball during a relay and a few kids giggle. Your face feels like a fiery campfire, your stomach drops, and you want to disappear."
Body Clues:
• Fiery burning face
Compass Areas:
• Temperature (Face)
Power Meter:
🔴 Overheating RED!
What Big Emotion is this detective solving? (Embarrassment)
Checking Your Compass Worksheet Checking Your Compass
Navigating Big Emotions with Body Clues & Power Meter
Name
Date
1
Checking Your Compass
Early Warning Clues
Match each body signal below to its category by writing the letter (H for Heart, T for Temperature, M for Muscles) in the box.
[ H ] Heart
Pulse & Breathing
[ T ] Temperature
Heat & Sweating
[ M ] Muscles
Tension & Tightness
1. Pounding pulse or fast heartbeat
2. Cheeks and ears feeling hot/flushed
3. Clenched fists or tight jaw
4. Fast, shallow chest breathing
5. Sweaty palms or sudden chills
6. Knots in stomach or rigid shoulders
My #1 Body Clue:
2
Detective & Power Meter Check
Spot & Read Meter
"You are working on a tricky assignment. You've erased your work three times and still cannot get it right. You notice your jaw clenching tight, your face heating up, and your heart racing."
A. Body Clues Spotted List clues from the story:
•
•
B. Compass Areas Check all active areas:
Heart & Breath
Temperature
Muscles
C. Power Meter Level Where is the needle?
🟢 Green (Just Right)
🟡 Yellow (Warning)
🔴 Red (Too High)
My Meter Check Right Now:
🟢 Green
🟡 Yellow
🔴 Red
Navigator Commitment
I will check my compass and power meter early to steer my calm!
Navigator Signature
Pause And Voice Slides Calm Commander Strategies
The Pause Button &
Super-Calm Voice!
Learn how to hit pause, slow down your zooming brain, and use your voice superpower!
1. Hit Pause
2. Breathe & Think
3. Calm Voice
Story Part 01
My Super-Calm Voice
The Urge to Yell
What Is Happening?
When we get super excited or mad, our body energy jumps up high. Our voice wants to burst out loud and yell!
💡 Big Question:
"Is it okay to feel excited or mad? YES! But what is the best choice for our voice?"
Recognize the feeling: "My voice wants to get loud right now!"
Story Part 02
When I Yell...
Impact on Others
Why Yelling Causes Problems:
Makes friends and teachers jump or feel stressed
Makes the classroom feel noisy and chaotic
Makes it harder for others to hear what we actually need
Yelling is an unhealthy trap that makes things harder!
When we yell, nobody hears our words — they only hear the storm.
Story Part 03
The Super-Calm Voice!
I Am In Charge!
How to Use Your Superpower:
1 Take a deep, slow belly breath
2 Speak in a clear, low voice
3 Keep the room peaceful and get heard!
🌟 I AM IN CHARGE OF MY VOICE! 🌟
Together: Practice speaking in your Super-Calm Voice right now!
Strategy Step 01
The Pause Button
Fast Brain Alert!
When Something Goes Wrong:
You might feel the urge to act super fast!
Calm Commander Navigator Sheet Calm Commander Navigator Sheet
Connecting Body Clues, Power Meter Levels, & The Pause Protocol
Name
Date
1
The Body Clue Compass
Early Warning Signals
Heart & Breath
• Pounding pulse in chest
• Fast, shallow breaths
Hand over heart check
Temperature
• Hot, flushed red cheeks
• Sweaty palms or chills
Touch cheeks check
Muscles
• Clenched fists & tight jaw
• Stomach flutter / knots
Squeeze & release check
2
The Power Meter Dial
Know Your Zone
🟢 Green
Just Right
Steady pulse, cool face, calm brain. Ready for action!
🟡 Yellow
Warning Spark
Pulse speeding up, cheeks warm. Check your compass now!
🔴 Red
High Energy Alert
Brain moving too fast, urge to yell/flee. Hit pause!
3
The Hero Pause Protocol (Stay in the Green)
4 Hero Steps
1
Check Meter
Notice body clues early
2
Push Pause
Stop zooming brain
3
Breathe & Think
Tell body: "Slow down"
4
Calm Voice
Speak low & get heard
4
My Personal Navigator Check-In
A. The #1 Body Clue I Notice First:
B. Right Now, My Power Meter Is:
🟢 Green
🟡 Yellow
🔴 Red
Calm Hero Pledge
"I check my body clues, push my Pause Button, and keep my meter in the green!"
Hero Signature
Healthy Coping Choices Slides Decision Superpowers
Healthy vs. Unhealthy
Coping Choices!
Discover how to choose healthy superpowers instead of falling into unhealthy traps!
Choose Healthy ⭐
Avoid Traps ❌
Video Spotlight
Coping Skills In Action
Watch & Learn!
Embedded media
Look For:
How does the body change when big feelings start?
How does breathing help reset your brain?
Keep your eyes open for coping superpowers you can use every day!
Concept 01
Healthy vs. Unhealthy
You Have The Choice!
Healthy Coping
Calms your body safely and helps fix the problem!
Take 3 slow dragon breaths
Use your Super-Calm Voice
Walk it out or stretch your body
Unhealthy Coping
Might feel good for 1 second, but makes trouble bigger!
Yelling, stomping, or slamming doors
Bottling it up until you explode
Breaking pencils or tearing papers
Ask yourself: "Will this choice help me calm down or make the problem bigger?"
Strategy Toolbox
More Healthy Superpowers!
Pick Your Tool!
Starfish Breathing
Trace your 5 fingers slowly up and down with deep, gentle breaths.
Wall Push & Stretch
Push firmly against a wall for 5 seconds to release muscle tension safely.
Doodle & Color
Draw your stormy feeling on scrap paper or sketch a calming scene.
Ask A Grown-Up
Raise a calm hand and tell your teacher: "I need a 2-minute reset."
Stand on one foot if you have a favorite healthy tool on this list! 🦩
Action Timing
When to Use Your Tools
Timing Is Everything!
1
Proactive
Practice every day when you feel calm and happy!
☀️ Fills your calm bucket
2
Reactive
Use the instant your feelings start bubbling up!
⚡ Catches the spark fast
3
Emergency
Step away into a quiet spot when feeling out of control.
🛑 Safe reset break
The faster you use a coping tool, the easier it is to stay in charge of yourself!
Navigator Match Challenge Game Navigator Match Challenge
Analyze Scenarios • Check Compass • Read Meter • Check Voice & Pause
Name
Date
Mission Rules: Read each story card below. Check the body clue compass, circle the meter level, and decide if the student used the Pause Button and Super-Calm Voice !
4 Cases
Case #1: The Broken Crayon Art Time
"Leo's favorite crayon snaps in half. He feels his face getting hot . He takes a slow breath, presses his imaginary pause button, and asks in a low, calm voice : 'Can I share your blue crayon?'"
1. Compass Clue:
Heart
Temperature
Muscles
2. Power Meter:
🟢 Green
🟡 Yellow
🔴 Red
3. Pause Button?
YES
NO
4. Calm Voice?
YES
NO
Case #2: The Line Bump Lunch Line
"Someone accidentally bumps Maya in line. Maya's fists clench tight and her jaw locks . She yells at the top of her lungs: 'HEY! GET AWAY FROM ME!' and shoves them back."
1. Compass Clue:
Heart
Temperature
Muscles
2. Power Meter:
🟢 Green
🟡 Yellow
🔴 Red
3. Pause Button?
YES
NO
4. Calm Voice?
YES
NO
Case #3: The Difficult Problem Math Practice
"Noah gets stuck on question #5. His heart starts beating very fast . He presses his pause button, counts to three, and raises a quiet hand: 'Can I please have a hint on this problem?'"
1. Compass Clue:
Heart
Temperature
Muscles
2. Power Meter:
🟢 Green
🟡 Yellow
🔴 Red
3. Pause Button?
YES
NO
4. Calm Voice?
YES
NO
Case #4: The Board Game Loss Recess Game
"Sam lands on a penalty square and loses his turn. His ears burn red and his hands shake . He immediately flips the game board over and screams: 'THIS GAME IS STUPID!'"
1. Compass Clue:
Heart
Temperature
Best Self Mission Activity Best Self Mission Activity
Discovering My Superpowers • Exploring Options • Leading With Calm
Name
Date
1
Mirror Check: What Does My Best Self Look Like?
3 Hero Clues
My Body Looks:
• Shoulders rolled back & relaxed
• Hands calm, steady breathing
• Needle resting in the Green Zone
My Voice Sounds:
• Using my Super-Calm Voice
• Speaking in a low, clear tone
• Expressing needs without yelling
My Mind Thinks:
• Pushes the Pause Button
• "I can handle this storm!"
• Weighs options before reacting
2
Best Self Scenario Missions
Explore My Options
Mission A: The Knocked-Over Project Classroom Moment
"Someone accidentally bumps into your table and knocks your Lego building to the floor. Your face gets hot and your fists clench."
1. What does my best self look like here? Describe your body & voice action:
2. What options do I have to handle this? List two calm options you could choose:
A.
B.
Mission B: The Recess Captain Pick Playground Moment
"You really hoped to be chosen as kickball captain, but a friend is picked instead. Your chest feels heavy and you feel like storming away."
1. What does my best self look like here? Describe your body & voice action:
2. What options do I have to handle this? List two calm options you could choose:
A.
B.
My Best Self Action Pledge
"When a storm hits, I pause, weigh my options, and show up as my calm, best self!"
Hero Signature
Calm Commander Finale Slides Series Grand Finale
Calm Commander
Graduation & Finale!
Pulling all your superpowers together: Body Clues, Power Meter, Pause Button, & Super-Calm Voice!
Stop • Think • Act
Hero Certified 🌟
Full Toolkit Review
The 3 Grand Pillars
Your Hero Roadmap
1
Check Clues & Meter
Spot Heart, Temperature, and Muscles signals before your needle hits Red!
🧭 Stay in the Green
2
Push Pause Button
When your brain zooms too fast: Stop, take 3 deep breaths, and tell your body "Slow down."
🛑 Breathe & Think
3
Super-Calm Voice
Speak in a low, clear tone, choose healthy superpowers, and solve the problem!
🗣️ Speak & Lead
When you use all 3 pillars, you are in total command of your calm!
Video Spotlight
Stop • Think • Act In Action
Watch & Learn!
Embedded media
Look For:
How does pressing pause STOP the emotional rush?
How does taking a breath help you THINK before you ACT?
Every time you STOP, THINK, and ACT, your calm superpower grows stronger!
Hero Movement
The Stop • Think • Act Chant
Stand Up & Practice!
1. STOP!
• Notice the body clues.
• Push the imaginary Pause Button & Freeze Your Feet.
✋ Hold hand up high!
2. THINK!
• Take 1 deep breath and ask: "What does my best self look like?"
• Then weigh your healthy options.
🤔 Point to temple & breathe!
3. ACT!
• Use your Super-Calm Voice.
• Speak low, clear, and choose healthy.
⭐ Strike calm hero pose!
Class Challenge: Let's do the Stop-Think-Act moves all together in 3... 2... 1... GO!
Master Case
The Ultimate Commander Challenge
Apply Everything!
"During indoor recess, someone accidentally knocks over your board game right when you were about to win. You feel flaming hot cheeks, a racing heartbeat, and tight balled fists!"
1. Compass & Meter
Hot face + Fast heart = 🔴 Meter in RED!
2. Hit The Pause
Commander Graduation Celebration Activity Official Finale Quest
Calm Commander Graduation!
Name:
Date:
1
Hero Superpower Badge Check
Check All 4
1. Compass
I spot body clues early
READY!
2. Power Meter
I stay in Green zone
READY!
3. Pause Button
I breathe before reacting
READY!
4. Calm Voice
I speak clear & low
READY!
2
Final Mission: Stop • Think • Act
Mastery Challenge
"During free choice time, you're building a tower. A friend accidentally knocks it down. You feel your cheeks burning red , your heart racing , and your brain wants to yell!"
1. STOP!
Notice the body clues.
Push imaginary Pause Button & Freeze Feet.
2. THINK!
Write 1 calm option:
3. ACT!
My Super-Calm Voice says:
Official Certificate of Mastery
Certified Calm Commander Hero
This is proudly awarded to:
For demonstrating courage and mastery in checking body clues, reading the Power Meter, pushing the Pause Button, and using the Super-Calm Voice!
Commander Signature
Coach / Teacher Signature
Stop Think Act Teacher Card Teacher Coaching Card
Stop • Think • Act Protocol
Quick Reset Guide
1. STOP! (Pause & Body Clues)
Step One
Action: "Notice the body clues. Push the imaginary Pause Button & Freeze Your Feet."
🗣️ Teacher Prompt: "Let's freeze our zooming feet and hit our Pause Button together."
🧭 Body Clues to Spot: Fast racing heart, hot cheeks, clenched fists / tight jaw.
2. THINK! (Breathe & Best Self)
Step Two
Action: "Take 1 deep breath and ask: What does my best self look like? Then weigh your healthy options."
🗣️ Teacher Prompt: "Take a slow hero breath in. How can our best self handle this safely?"
⚖️ Choice Check: "Will this choice fix the problem or make it bigger?"
3. ACT! (Super-Calm Voice & Solution)
Step Three
Action: "Use your Super-Calm Voice. Speak low, clear, and choose healthy."
🗣️ Teacher Prompt: "Use your calm hero voice so everyone can hear your words."
🌟 Goal: Needle stays in GREEN, solving the situation peacefully.
Coach's Power Meter Quick Matrix
🟢 GREEN (Ready)
Calm body & voice. Praise readiness: "Your needle is in the green!"
🟡 YELLOW (Warning)
Early clues spotted. Prompt: "Notice your clue—let's hit pause now."
🔴 RED (Too High)
High energy. Give 30 sec silent reset: "Hands on heart, slow breaths."
✂️ Cut-Out Pocket / Desk Cue Cards 2 Mini Reference Cards
Calm Commander Cue
🛑 1. STOP: Body clues & Pause button
🤔 2. THINK: Breath & Best self options
⭐ 3. ACT: Super-Calm Voice
Stay In The Green
🧭 Check Heart, Temp, Muscles
🛑 "I am on pause."
🗣️ "I am in charge of my voice!"
Coping Skill Coach Guide Teacher Facilitation Guide
Coping Skill Coach Guide
Lesson 1 • Grade 2
Learning Objectives
Define "big emotions" and identify physical body clues (Heart, Temperature, Muscles).
Read Power Meter levels and apply the Pause Button & Super-Calm Voice protocols.
Distinguish healthy coping choices from unhealthy traps in real-world challenges.
Materials Needed
• Emotion Navigators Slides
• Pause And Voice Slides
• Healthy Coping Choices Slides
• Checking Your Compass Worksheet
• Calm Commander Navigator Sheet
Step-by-Step Lesson Flow
45 Minutes Total
01
Hook: The Emotion Weather Report (8 min)
Introduction
Introduce emotions as weather that comes and goes. Present the 3 compass clues, Power Meter levels, and Stay in the Green strategy using the Emotion Navigators Slides .
02
Super-Calm Voice & Pause Button (12 min)
Direct Instruction
Share the Pause And Voice Slides . Guide students through the Super-Calm Voice social story, the Pause Button protocol (Breathe, Think, Talk), and watch the video demonstration.
03
Healthy Coping Choices & Challenges (12 min)
Guided Practice
Present the Healthy Coping Choices Slides . Discuss healthy vs. unhealthy reactions, the 3 timing levels, and conduct the interactive choice challenges with movement votes.
04
Worksheets Application & Hero Debrief (13 min)
Independent Work
Students complete the Checking Your Compass Worksheet and Calm Commander Navigator Sheet , identifying personal signals and taking the Calm Hero pledge.
Closing Debrief Question
"What is one body clue you will pay close attention to this week?"
Key Takeaway
