Welcome students and set a positive tone. Briefly explain the purpose of the lesson: using art and color to explore and release emotions.

Read the objective aloud, pointing out how today’s activity ties into emotional awareness and coping. Encourage students to keep this goal in mind as they work.

Guide a quick check-in. Ask students to show thumbs-up (good), thumbs-neutral (okay), or thumbs-down (struggling). Note any students who may need extra support.

Display as a visual reference. Explain each color–emotion pairing and invite a couple of volunteers to suggest their own examples.

Read the steps clearly. Circulate, ask open-ended questions (e.g., “What drew you to that color?”), and affirm every student’s unique expression.

Facilitate the sharing circle. Encourage positive feedback and remind students to refer to the worksheet prompts as they respond.