Lesson Plan
Circle of Calm
Keeping calm in crowds
This lesson introduces the concept of the Circle of Control to help students manage stress and anxiety in crowded situations. By understanding what they can and cannot control, students will learn strategies to focus on controllable aspects and cope with uncontrollable ones. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional regulation skills, especially in crowded environments, which can be overwhelming for students with autism.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Step 1
Introduction
5 mins
Step 2
Video Viewing
4 mins
Step 3
Discussion
5 mins
Step 4
Activity: Circle of Control
8 mins
Step 5
Reflection and Sharing
5 mins
Step 6
Exit Ticket Quiz
3 mins
Step 7
Closure
2 mins

Discussion


Worksheet


Reading


Quiz
Circle of Control Exit Ticket

Answer Key
