Life Skills
Brain Boss: How to Control Emotions by Learning About the Brain
Using a combination of brain science and emotional resilience, this one-time course teaches students about the brain, how it affects emotions, and different calming techniques that can be used for independent regulation.
Amber Selin, M. Ed
155 total reviews for this teacher
138 reviews for this class
Completed by 716 learners
7-10
year olds
2-6
learners per class
Charged upfront
Meets once
45 minute class
Available Times
Pacific
Available Times
Pacific
Description
Class Experience
This class is taught in English.
Students will learn about the amygdala, the prefrontal cortex, and the hippocampus and their jobs within the brain. They will understand what different emotions could look like and how our brain can send stress signals to our body when feeling overly emotional. Students will be able to identify different calming strategies that can be used to return to a regulated state.
Independent Work Following Class: Choice Sort Worksheet
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
45 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.
Teacher
Amber Selin, M. EdElementary School Teacher
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Lives in the
United States155 total reviews
228 completed classes
About Me
Hello! My name is Amber Selin. I am an elementary teacher in Idaho with a background in teaching everything from math and reading to safety and emotional regulation. I have a Master's Degree in Education with an emphasis in Trauma and Resilience...