IMPULSE CONTROL

IMPULSE CONTROL is something we all have to practice.  As the days of social distancing continue and the need for more creativity with your day increases, we may need to practice impulse control more than ever.  I know I can become irritable when my routine changes and I don't have my normal schedule to follow.  For kids, this could look different depending on the student.  It could be lack of control of emotions and words or it could be lack of control physically due to their emotions.  

Think Before You Speak - This activity is to help those who need guidance and practice on thinking about what they are saying before they say it. 
Educator Directions: Think Before You Speak
Think Before You Speak Poster
Think Before You Speak Worksheet

Help Owlivia Practice Impulse Control - Owlivia is having a birthday party but can't contain her excitement beforehand.  In this activity, students write her a letter including suggestions for staying calm until the party starts.  (She will actually write back if you post it on social media and tag @centervention.)
Directions
Help Owlivia Practice Impulse Control "Poster"

Melt or Freeze Activity - Practice "freezing" when you are able to use self-control, or to stop what you were going to do impulsively to make a good choice instead.  When you "melt" is when you have given in to your impulses.  This activity helps students recognize their melt/freeze options in different scenarios.
Melt or Freeze Activity Instructions
Melt or Freeze Worksheet

Stop and Think Remote - This activity helps kids use their stop and think remote to stop, fast forward, rewind, and play in order to practice stopping and thinking about their choices.  Students will also consider what they could do to avoid negative consequences.
Stop and Think Remote Activity Instructions AND Remote

Impulse Control Strategies: Ready, Set, Go!! - This activity helps students learn strategies for self-control so they gain the ability to resist temptations, urges, or impulses in order to meet their goals!
Impulse Control Intro Lesson: Freeze Game & Poster
Directions and Discussion Questions