Grade+4+Relaxation+Techniques+to+Encourage+Self-Control

1. Read aloud the book //Shubert is a S.T.A.R.//While reading stop and practice relaxation strategies suggested including draining, ballooning, S.T.A.R. (**s**top, **t**ake a deep breath, **a**nd **r**elax), and safe place. 2. Practice techniques once or twice weekly to assist children in learning calming and relaxation techniques for school and home. 3. Ask children to teach a family member one or more of the techniques to reinforce learning.
 * Submitted By:** Dawn Wilcox
 * Grade:** 3/4
 * Standard(s):** 1A, 3D, 4A
 * Materials:** //Shubert is a S.T.A.R.// by Becky Bailey
 * Time:** 30 minutes
 * Goals:** Children will learn a variety of relaxation techniques to assist in self-control and social management based on Conscious Discipline.
 * Lesson Steps:**