Here is a program that teaches steps to calm down (i.e., what to do in the yellow zone).

If you want to teach a student deep breathing techniques, click here for a great website that explains the process.

Remember, when teaching steps to calm down, it is important to:

Practice often – Get these breathing/calming techniques fluent (i.e., almost second nature)

Practice when the student is calm – Ultimately, you want the student to use these techniques when he/she is heightened, but when he/she is in the yellow/red zone, that is no time for teaching skills that are not mastered

Remember, it’s important to individualize your materials to what your learner will respond to best!