Lesson Plan
Sensory Safari Outline
Students will identify and describe sensory inputs using key vocabulary and apply self-regulation techniques by engaging in sensory stations, reflecting in journals, and practicing mindful breathing.
This lesson builds sensory awareness and emotion vocabulary, empowering 3rd graders to recognize how senses affect feelings and to use self-regulation strategies, fostering emotional literacy and classroom readiness.
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Materials
Prep
Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to the Five Senses
10 minutes
Step 2
Sensory Stations Rotation
15 minutes
Step 3
Vocabulary Building Discussion
7 minutes
Step 4
My Calming Corner Reflections
8 minutes
Step 5
Mindful Breathing Moment
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Feelings & Senses Explorer
What Are the Five Senses?
Sense of Sight
Sense of Hearing
Sense of Smell
Sense of Taste
Sense of Touch
Connecting Senses & Feelings
Discussion Time!

Activity


Journal


Cool Down
