Strategies in seconds are short videos (2 minutes or less) demonstrating evidence-based strategies.
The emotional thermometer is a tool we use to help students identify how strong their feelings are, not whether the
feeling is good or bad. Once students learn to recognize their own intensity levels, they can learn to use self-regulation strategies independently.
Today we’re reviewing a simple tool called the color wheel. The color wheel is commonly referenced in Leah Kyper’s
work on emotional regulation.
We’re going to cover a simple self-regulation strategy called box breathing. This technique used even by the Navy Seals helps us to slow our breathing, reduce stress, and improve focus during high pressure or emotional moments.
When using a token economy with middle or high school students, the system should feel collaborative, discreet, and goal- driven.
Let’s look at how to use a token economy with a single student. First, identify one to three specific behaviors you want to increase.
Today we’re going to practice a simple but powerful self-regulation strategy you can use with students of any age.
