Zones of Regulation - School Counsellor

Which zone has the lowest energy and alertness?

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

• Red

A student seems unmotivated, not participating in class discussions, and showing little interest in the lesson.

They are likely in the Blue Zone. What strategy should you use to help them?

• Give them a task with clear, manageable steps to break the work down

• Ignore them and continue with the class

• Tell them to leave the class until they feel ready

• Force them to participate and answer questions immediately

A student appears disengaged, and their body language is showing signs of low energy.

Which of the following body signs might indicate that a student is in the Blue Zone?

• Calm, steady breathing and a relaxed posture

• Slumped shoulders, slow movements, and a lack of eye contact

• Rapid speech and fidgeting

• Leaning forward, wide-eyed, and alert

Which zone is best suited for effective classroom learning?

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

• Red

A student is calm, focused, and ready to learn.

Which of the following body signs is most likely associated with being in the Green Zone?

• Relaxed posture, steady breathing, making eye contact

• Fidgeting, rapid breathing, tense muscles

• Slumped shoulders, yawning, slow movements

• Fidgeting, rapid speech, tense jaw

A student is in the Green Zone, feeling calm and confident. How can you best support their continued positive engagement?

• Give them extra work to keep them busy

• Encourage their efforts and praise their positive behaviour

• Ask them to help other students with their work

• Ignore them to avoid distracting other students

Which zone typically exhibits high energy while still maintaining control?

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

• Red

Which situation might put someone in the Yellow Zone?

• Falling asleep in class

• Winning a prize

• Feeling peaceful

• Being teased by a friend

You notice a student’s anxiety increasing as a test approaches, and they begin to avoid eye contact, clench their fists, and shift restlessly in their seat. Which zone might the student be in?

• Blue Zone

• Green Zone

• Yellow

• Red

A student is getting frustrated and their face is turning red.

Which body signs would suggest the student is moving into the Yellow Zone?

• Relaxed shoulders, steady breathing, and no visible tension

• Increased muscle tension, clenched fists, and shallow breathing

• Slow, heavy breathing, and a lack of eye contact

• Tense jaw, raised eyebrows, and a soft voice