649.Resource, Gordon, Inch and Miles: Mentor Text for Emotional Regulation (Grades 3-5)

The theme of Emotional Regulation includes a teachable, complex set of skills for managing emotional states. The skills include identifying emotions, self-control (managing impulses, delaying gratification), managing stress, using coping skills, and reflection.

Like many of us, Inch and Miles want quick success and they view it in terms of trophies and “having the most.” Their coach sends them on a journey to find the Pyramid of Success. Each creature they meet represents one of the building blocks in the Pyramid. The book is an obvious lesson in delaying gratification. The 14 building blocks, though not all directly related to Emotional Regulation, are positive qualities (such as hard work, determination, cooperation, confidence, and fitness) that lead to managing emotions.

Heart of Georgia RESA teachers may request a free copy of the book to use with their classes by listening to the short VoiceThread about the book, reading a brief handout that includes the ELA standards and suggested strategies for using the mentor text, and completing a request form.