Lesson Plan

Emotion Adventure Map

Guide Pre-K students through a fun, 30-minute emotion exploration journey using a storyteller’s map and multiple interactive CBT-inspired activities to build early emotional awareness and regulation.

Introducing emotions early helps children name and manage feelings, supports social skills, and lays groundwork for healthy coping strategies.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Welcome & Map Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Feelings Gallery

5 minutes

Step 3

Emotion Charades

5 minutes

Step 4

My Happy Place Drawing

10 minutes

Step 5

Feelings Freeze Dance

5 minutes

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Feelings Gallery

Happy

Sad

Calm

Angry

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Journal

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Cool Down

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Can We Catch Feelings?

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