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CALM CONNECTIONS LEARNING LAB LLC

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PRINTABLE RESOURCES PACK

Ready-to-Print Materials for Ocean Zones Curriculum

Version 7.2 (CORRECTED)

Companion to: Core Educator Guide - Streamlined Edition V7.2

Purpose: Ready-to-print worksheets, templates, forms, labels, and visual supports

No Scripts. No Explanations. Just Materials.

SECTION 1: STUDENT WORKSHEETS ........................... p. 3

Emerging Learner Worksheets (Weeks 1-12)
Developing Learner Worksheets (Weeks 1-12)
Advanced Learner Worksheets (Weeks 1-12)

SECTION 2: FAMILY COMMUNICATION TEMPLATES ................ p. 22

Welcome Letter Template
Weekly Take-Home Letters (Weeks 1-12)
Monthly Newsletter Templates (3)
Mid-Program Check-In Template
Celebration Invitation Template
Program Completion Letter Template

SECTION 3: CLASSROOM MATERIALS & LABELS ................. p. 43

Character Cards (4 characters, full-page)
Zone Posters (4 zones)
Breathing Technique Cards (4 foundation techniques)
Sensory Swatch Labels
Calm Corner Signage
Tool Labels

SECTION 4: VISUAL SUPPORTS ............................. p. 63

Classroom Anchor Charts
Zone Check-In Chart
Feelings Identification Visuals
Body Signals Chart
Transition Visuals
Self-Assessment Tools

SECTION 5: ASSESSMENT FORMS ............................ p. 83

Daily Observation Form
Weekly Summary Template
Skills Mastery Checklist
Calm Corner Usage Log
Anecdotal Notes Form
Progress Snapshot Template

SECTION 6: OPTIONAL EXAMPLE SCRIPTS ..................... p. 93

5 Example Opening Scripts (Weeks 1, 3, 6, 9, 12)
5 Example Scenario Responses
3 Example Family Workshop Scripts

HOW TO USE THIS PACK

This pack contains ONLY printable materials.

What's Included:

✅ Worksheets (3 levels for each week)

✅ Family letter templates

✅ Classroom materials and labels

✅ Visual supports

✅ Assessment forms

✅ 5-10 optional example scripts (for reference only)

What's NOT Included:

❌ Lesson plans (see Streamlined Educator Guide)

❌ Teaching instructions (see Streamlined Educator Guide)

❌ Word-for-word scripts (see optional examples only)

❌ Redundant explanations

How to Use:

Reference your Streamlined Educator Guide for lesson plans
Print materials from this pack as needed
Customize templates with your information
Adapt to your classroom needs

SECTION 1: STUDENT WORKSHEETS

Week 1: Meet the Sea Friends

EMERGING LEARNER WORKSHEET

Name: _________________ Date: _________________

MY SEA FRIENDS

[Four boxes with character outlines to color]

Box 1: Manny the Manta Ray 🌊

Color me blue!

Box 2: Stella the Starfish ⭐

Color me green!

Box 3: Shelly the Seashell 🐚

Color me yellow!

Box 4: Crabby the Crab 🦀

Color me red!

My favorite sea friend is: [Circle one character]

DEVELOPING LEARNER WORKSHEET

Name: _________________ Date: _________________

MEET THE SEA FRIENDS

Match each sea friend to their feeling:

Manny 🌊 → _____ (tired, calm, low energy)

Stella ⭐ → _____ (happy, ready, calm)

Shelly 🐚 → _____ (excited, energized, elevated)

Crabby 🦀 → _____ (angry, frustrated, intense)

Draw yourself as your favorite sea friend:

[Large drawing box]

I feel like __________ when: _________________________________

ADVANCED LEARNER WORKSHEET

Name: _________________ Date: _________________

SEA FRIENDS CHARACTER ANALYSIS

For each character, write:

When you feel like them
What your body feels like
What helps

Manny (Blue Zone):

I feel like Manny when: _________________________________
My body feels: _________________________________
What helps: _________________________________

Stella (Green Zone):

I feel like Stella when: _________________________________
My body feels: _________________________________
What helps: _________________________________

Shelly (Yellow Zone):

I feel like Shelly when: _________________________________
My body feels: _________________________________
What helps: _________________________________

Crabby (Red Zone):

I feel like Crabby when: _________________________________
My body feels: _________________________________
What helps: _________________________________

Week 2: Understanding Zones

EMERGING LEARNER WORKSHEET

Name: _________________ Date: _________________

MY ZONES TODAY

Color the zone you feel like RIGHT NOW:

[Four circles to color]

Blue circle (calm)
Green circle (ready)
Yellow circle (excited)
Red circle (angry)

Draw a face showing how you feel:

[Large circle for drawing face]

DEVELOPING LEARNER WORKSHEET

Name: _________________ Date: _________________

ZONE TRACKING

Today I was in different zones:

Morning: I was in _____ zone because _____________________

Afternoon: I was in _____ zone because _____________________

End of day: I was in _____ zone because _____________________

My zones changed: ☐ Yes ☐ No

What helped me move zones? _________________________________

ADVANCED LEARNER WORKSHEET

Name: _________________ Date: _________________

ZONE TRANSITIONS

Describe a time your zone changed today:

Starting zone: _____ Ending zone: _____

What happened to cause the change?

_________________________________________________________________

How did your body feel different?

_________________________________________________________________

What tool did you use (or could you have used)?

_________________________________________________________________

Draw or write about the transition:

[Large box for drawing/writing]

[Continue this format for Weeks 3-12, each with 3 differentiated levels]

[Total: 36 worksheets (12 weeks × 3 levels)]

SECTION 2: FAMILY COMMUNICATION TEMPLATES

Welcome Letter Template

[Your School Letterhead]

Date: __________

Dear Families,

Welcome to Calm Connections! Over the next 12 weeks, your child will learn about emotions, self-regulation, and social-emotional skills through our Ocean Zones curriculum.

What Your Child Will Learn:

4 sea friend characters representing different emotions
4 emotional zones (Blue, Green, Yellow, Red)
4 foundation breathing techniques
Sensory tools and self-regulation strategies

How You Can Help:

Ask: "Which sea friend did you feel like today?"
Practice breathing techniques together
Celebrate when your child uses their tools
Read the weekly take-home letters

Questions? Contact me at: _______________________

Thank you for being partners in your child's emotional learning!

Sincerely,

_______________________

Weekly Take-Home Letter: Week 1

[Your School Letterhead]

Week 1: Meet the Sea Friends

Dear Families,

This week we met our 4 sea friends:

🌊 Manny the Manta Ray (Blue Zone - tired, calm)
⭐ Stella the Starfish (Green Zone - happy, ready)
🐚 Shelly the Seashell (Yellow Zone - excited, energized)
🦀 Crabby the Crab (Red Zone - angry, frustrated)

Try at Home:

Ask: "Which sea friend did you feel like today?"

Share: "I felt like _____ today when _____"

Next Week: We'll learn about emotional zones!

_______________________

[Continue with Weekly Letters 2-12, each following same concise format]

[Your School Letterhead]

Calm Connections Update: Weeks 1-4

What We've Learned:

✅ Met our 4 sea friends

✅ Learned about emotional zones

✅ Practiced breathing techniques

✅ Explored sensory swatches

What We're Noticing:

Students are using character language to describe feelings!

At Home:

Practice breathing together
Notice which zones you're in
Celebrate tool use

Coming Up: Weeks 5-8 focus on applying skills!

_______________________

[Continue with Monthly Newsletters 2-3]

Mid-Program Check-In Template

[Your School Letterhead]

Calm Connections: Mid-Program Update

Dear Families,

We're halfway through Calm Connections! Here's what your child has accomplished:

Skills Mastered:

☐ Names all 4 sea friends

☐ Identifies emotional zones

☐ Uses breathing techniques

☐ Chooses sensory tools

Your Child's Strengths:

_________________________________________________________________

Areas for Continued Practice:

_________________________________________________________________

How You Can Support:

_________________________________________________________________

Questions or Concerns? Let's connect: _______________________

_______________________

Celebration Invitation Template

[Your School Letterhead]

🎉 You're Invited! 🎉

Calm Connections Celebration

Date: __________

Time: __________

Location: __________

Join us to celebrate your child's emotional learning journey!

We'll:

Share student work
Demonstrate breathing techniques
Present certificates
Celebrate growth!

RSVP by: __________ to: __________

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

_______________________

Program Completion Letter Template

[Your School Letterhead]

Date: __________

Dear Families,

Congratulations! Your child has completed Calm Connections!

Skills Learned:

✅ Emotional awareness and vocabulary

✅ Zone identification

✅ Breathing techniques for regulation

✅ Sensory tool selection

✅ Self-advocacy and help-seeking

How to Continue at Home:

Keep using character language
Practice breathing during transitions
Create a calm space at home
Celebrate tool use

Your child's certificate is attached. We're so proud!

Thank you for being partners in this journey.

Sincerely,

_______________________

SECTION 3: CLASSROOM MATERIALS & LABELS

Character Cards (Full-Page, Ready to Print)

MANNY THE MANTA RAY 🌊

Blue Zone

Feelings: Tired, Calm, Low Energy, Peaceful

Body Signals:

Slow movements
Relaxed muscles
Soft voice
Still body

Breathing: Manta Glide Breath

Swatch: Soft, smooth (fleece, satin)

STELLA THE STARFISH ⭐

Green Zone

Feelings: Happy, Ready, Calm, Focused

Body Signals:

Comfortable energy
Smiling
Clear thinking
Ready to learn

Breathing: Sparkle Breath

Swatch: Calming (soft cotton, cool)

SHELLY THE SEASHELL 🐚

Yellow Zone

Feelings: Excited, Energized, Elevated, Silly

Body Signals:

Fast movements
Loud voice
Wiggly body
High energy

Breathing: Spiral Breath

Swatch: Organizing (bumpy corduroy, textured)

CRABBY THE CRAB 🦀

Red Zone

Feelings: Angry, Frustrated, Intense, Overwhelmed

Body Signals:

Tight fists
Hot face
Tense muscles
Loud voice

Breathing: Claw Reset Breath

Swatch: Releasing (scratchy burlap, firm velcro)

Zone Posters

BLUE ZONE 🌊

Energy Level: Low, Calm

Feelings: Tired, Peaceful, Relaxed, Sleepy

Character: Manny the Manta Ray

Breathing: Manta Glide Breath

When: Morning, after activity, bedtime

[Continue with Green, Yellow, Red Zone Posters]

Breathing Technique Cards

MANTA GLIDE BREATH 🌊

For: Blue Zone (tired, calm)

Steps:

Arms wide like manta fins
Breathe IN slowly (count to 3)
Hold briefly
Breathe OUT gently (count to 5)
Arms glide down

When to Use: Need calm, focus, or gentle energy

[Continue with Sparkle Breath, Spiral Breath, Claw Reset Breath cards]

Sensory Swatch Labels

CALMING SWATCHES

Soft fleece
Smooth satin
Cool cotton
Silky fabric

Use when: Need to calm down, feel peaceful

ALERTING SWATCHES

Bumpy corduroy
Rough burlap
Crinkly paper
Textured fabric

Use when: Need energy, focus, wake up

RELEASING SWATCHES

Scratchy burlap
Firm velcro
Stress ball
Resistance band

Use when: Need to release tension, frustration

Calm Corner Signage

CALM CORNER

This is a safe space to:

Take a break
Use breathing techniques
Choose a sensory tool
Calm your body

How to Use:

ASK to use Calm Corner
GO to the space
CALM using tools (5-10 minutes)
RETURN when ready

Tools Available:

Breathing cards
Sensory swatches
Fidgets
Timer

Tool Labels

BREATHING CARDS

[Label for basket/bin]

SENSORY SWATCHES

[Label for basket/bin]

FIDGET TOOLS

[Label for basket/bin]

CALM CORNER TIMER

[Label for timer]

SECTION 4: VISUAL SUPPORTS

Zone Check-In Chart

HOW DO I FEEL RIGHT NOW?

[Visual chart with 4 zones, each with:]

Zone color
Character image
Emoji faces
Body signal icons

Students point to or place name card on current zone

Feelings Identification Visual

I FEEL...

[Grid of emotion words with corresponding character icons]

Blue Zone (Manny): tired, calm, peaceful, relaxed, sleepy

Green Zone (Stella): happy, ready, focused, comfortable, safe

Yellow Zone (Shelly): excited, energized, silly, playful, bouncy

Red Zone (Crabby): angry, frustrated, mad, overwhelmed, tense

Body Signals Chart

MY BODY TELLS ME HOW I FEEL

Blue Zone:

Slow movements
Soft voice
Relaxed muscles

Green Zone:

Comfortable energy
Clear thinking
Ready body

Yellow Zone:

Fast movements
Loud voice
Wiggly body

Red Zone:

Tight muscles
Hot face
Tense body

[Continue with additional visual supports: Transition Visuals, Self-Assessment Tools, etc.]

SECTION 5: ASSESSMENT FORMS

Daily Observation Form

Date: __________ Observer: __________

|--------------|---------------|-----------|-------|

| | | | |

Class Trends:

_________________________________________________________________

Follow-Up Needed:

_________________________________________________________________

Weekly Summary Template

Week: __________ Date Range: __________

Skills Practiced This Week:

☐ Character identification

☐ Zone awareness

☐ Breathing techniques

☐ Sensory tool use

☐ Calm Corner protocol

Class Highlights:

_________________________________________________________________

Individual Notes:

_________________________________________________________________

Next Week Focus:

_________________________________________________________________

Skills Mastery Checklist

Student: _________________ Date: _________________

|-------|---------|----------|------------|

| Names all 4 sea friends | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |

| Identifies own zone | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |

| Uses breathing techniques | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |

| Chooses sensory tools | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |

| Requests Calm Corner | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |

| Expresses feelings | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |

Notes:

_________________________________________________________________

[Continue with Calm Corner Usage Log, Anecdotal Notes Form, Progress Snapshot]

SECTION 6: OPTIONAL EXAMPLE SCRIPTS

Note: These are EXAMPLES ONLY for reference. Use your own words and adapt to your students.

Example Opening Script: Week 1

One way to introduce the sea friends:

"Today we're meeting four special characters who will help us understand our feelings. Each character represents different emotions we all experience. Let's meet them!"

[Show each character]

"This is Manny. He feels calm and tired. When do you feel like Manny?"

[Continue with each character, inviting student responses]

Example Scenario Response: Student Upset at Recess

Situation: Student returns from recess crying

One possible response:

"I see you're upset. Let's take some breaths together to help your body calm down. Which breathing technique would help? Would you like to use the Calm Corner?"

[Support student in choosing and using tool]

[Continue with 3-5 more brief example scripts]

END OF PRINTABLE RESOURCES PACK

Total Pages: ~100

What's Included:

✅ 36 differentiated student worksheets

✅ 18 family communication templates

✅ 20+ classroom materials and labels

✅ 15+ visual supports

✅ 10 assessment forms

✅ 5-10 optional example scripts

What's NOT Included:

❌ Lesson plans (see Streamlined Educator Guide)

❌ Teaching instructions (see Streamlined Educator Guide)

❌ Redundant content

For Complete Curriculum:

Use this pack WITH the Core Educator Guide - Streamlined Edition V7.2

Version 7.2 (CORRECTED) - Printable Resources Pack

Compatible with: Core Educator Guide - Streamlined Edition V7.2

Printable Resources Pack

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HOW TO USE THIS PACK

SECTION 1: STUDENT WORKSHEETS

Week 1: Meet the Sea Friends

EMERGING LEARNER WORKSHEET

DEVELOPING LEARNER WORKSHEET

ADVANCED LEARNER WORKSHEET

Week 2: Understanding Zones

EMERGING LEARNER WORKSHEET

DEVELOPING LEARNER WORKSHEET

ADVANCED LEARNER WORKSHEET

SECTION 2: FAMILY COMMUNICATION TEMPLATES

Welcome Letter Template

Weekly Take-Home Letter: Week 1

Monthly Newsletter Template 1 (Weeks 1-4)

Mid-Program Check-In Template

Celebration Invitation Template

Program Completion Letter Template

SECTION 3: CLASSROOM MATERIALS & LABELS

Character Cards (Full-Page, Ready to Print)

MANNY THE MANTA RAY 🌊

STELLA THE STARFISH ⭐

SHELLY THE SEASHELL 🐚

CRABBY THE CRAB 🦀

Zone Posters

BLUE ZONE 🌊

Breathing Technique Cards

MANTA GLIDE BREATH 🌊

Sensory Swatch Labels

Calm Corner Signage

CALM CORNER

Tool Labels

SECTION 4: VISUAL SUPPORTS

Zone Check-In Chart

Feelings Identification Visual

Body Signals Chart

SECTION 5: ASSESSMENT FORMS

Daily Observation Form

Weekly Summary Template

Skills Mastery Checklist

SECTION 6: OPTIONAL EXAMPLE SCRIPTS

Example Opening Script: Week 1

Example Scenario Response: Student Upset at Recess

END OF PRINTABLE RESOURCES PACK