The Zones of Regulation

Using a cognitive behaviour approach, the curriculum’s learning activities are designed to help students recognise when they are in different zones, with each of four zones represented by a different colour. In the activities, students also learn how to use strategies or tools to stay in a zone or move from one to another. Students explore calming techniques, cognitive strategies, and sensory supports so they will be able to move between zones. Many lessons offer extension activities and ways to adapt the activity for individual student needs. The curriculum also includes worksheets, other handouts, and visuals to display and share from the accompanying, downloadable resources.