Lesson Plan
Understanding Emotional Signals
Help the student recognize and interpret their emotions as meaningful signals through guided reflection using a personal emotion diary. By the end, the student will identify a recent emotion, record its context, interpret its underlying message, and outline one coping strategy.
Understanding that emotions serve as signals fosters self-awareness and emotional intelligence, helping the student respond adaptively rather than reactively. This builds foundational skills for emotional regulation and resilience.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Student Profile
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objectives
2 minutes
Step 2
Record a Recent Emotion
5 minutes
Step 3
Interpret Emotional Signal
8 minutes
Step 4
Plan Response & Wrap-Up
5 minutes

Journal

