Third graders build self-management by learning healthy ways to calm down when feelings get big — deep breaths, counting, taking a break, asking for help, and kind self-talk — so they can handle strong emotions.
Students will be able to…
Sometimes feelings get really big — and that’s okay! But when we feel upset, we can use calm-down tools to help our bodies and minds feel better. What are some good ways to calm down?
Project this and tap each calming tool. Have children learn healthy ways to feel better when feelings get big.
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Sometimes feelings get really big — what can help us feel calm again?
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Aligned to the CASEL 5 Social & Emotional Learning Competencies.
Use strategies to manage strong emotions.
Practice calming and stress-management skills.
Demonstrate impulse control.
Recognize when emotions are becoming intense.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students choose one calm-down tool to try the next time they feel upset, and practice it a few times so it’s ready when they need it. A printable calm-down sheet is in the SEL library.
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A print-and-go review sheet with a built-in answer key. Tap “Show answer key” to reveal answers, or print the clean version for students.