Pause to Control

This worksheet guides students to choose the calmest, most self-controlled action for each scenario by selecting the best option (A-D). The situations include texting accidents, line-cutting, video game frustration, and teamwork disagreements-common moments where strong feelings can lead to impulsive behavior. Each question encourages learners to pause, breathe, and think before reacting, helping them internalize healthy regulation strategies. By practicing choosing responses such as counting to five, taking deep breaths, or speaking calmly, students develop emotional resilience and better social problem-solving skills. This worksheet reinforces the importance of managing feelings before responding.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social-Emotional Learning – Applying Coping Strategies

SEL – Practicing Pause, Breath, and Reflect Techniques

Responsible Decision-Making – Choosing Regulated Actions

English Language Arts – Reading and Evaluating Scenario Options

This worksheet is part of our self-regulation in social settings worksheets collection.