Aug 08 2012
The Cool Down Spot
I wanted to share something new that we have in our classroom this year- The Cool Down Spot. This is a place where friends can go if they are feeling angry or upset and would like some time to calm down. I may ask friends to go there from time to time or they may choose to go there themselves. The Cool Down Spot is a tool we will use in our classroom throughout the year to self regulate our emotions and learn coping skills. This week, we talked about why have a spot like this and what we may need to do when we are there. We made a list of three options for when we are at The Cool Down Spot. 1. Take deep breaths. 2. Shake the ball. 3. Read a book. The kids have enjoyed trying out the options this week (and are doing so when not upset) so they will know what to do should they need it.
Messi checks out the cool down spot to see what its all about.
- Choices for the cool down spot.
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I can now see the sign as described to me by Maria last night on a blank wall. I could visualize exactly how the sign read as described by my daughter. This is a great idea – a responsible way for the kids to develop self-control. I’m so glad the kids have this opportunity in the classroom.