On Friday, Mrs. Brown came and taught us a lesson on how to regulate our feelings.  She taught us a very catchy song (that has perpetually played in my head since then), and  a dance to help us remember.  The song teaches the children that their first job, when they feel a strong emotion, is to STOP.  Next, they practiced putting a name to the feeling that they had.  Last, they chose strategies to help them calm down.  I’m sure if you ask your second grader they would love to sing the song (and maybe even do a little dance for you).  Watch out though, it will be stuck in your head! 🙂