Edufrienz Executive Functions Guide: Strand 1- Emotional Control

The Edufrienz Executive Functions Guide: Strand 1 – Emotional Control is a teacher-focused resource that supports children in understanding, managing, and regulating their emotions effectively. This SEL-aligned guide provides educators with structured strategies, reflection prompts, and classroom activities that foster emotional awareness and self-regulation skills.

The guide also helps educators model emotional regulation and support children in expressing emotions safely and constructively. It emphasizes building emotional resilience, responding calmly to frustration, and creating routines that support emotional well-being throughout the day.

Activity Outcomes:

• Recognize and name basic and complex emotions
• Understand how emotions influence thoughts and actions
• Identify emotional triggers and appropriate responses
• Practice calming strategies and regulation routines

Benefits for Children:

• Builds emotional vocabulary and awareness
• Encourages healthy self-expression and confidence
• Strengthens coping skills for anxiety and frustration
• Promotes calm behavior and social resilience