Lesson Plan

Session 1: Understanding Feelings

Introduce Kindergarten students to various emotions, teaching them to identify and articulate how they feel.

Understanding and naming feelings is foundational for building empathy and forming healthy social connections among young learners.

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Preparation for Session 1

15 minutes

Step 1

Welcome & Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Story Time with Emotional Cues

10 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Emotion Cards Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-up & Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 1: Understanding Feelings

This is the title slide. Introduce the session and set the stage for exploring feelings.

What Are Feelings?

Explain the concept of feelings using simple language. Ask students to share any feelings they already know.

Story Time: Meet the Emotions

Introduce the story time. Pause during the story to highlight feelings and engage with the children using emotion cards.

Interactive Emotion Cards

This slide is for the interactive emotion card activity. Encourage students to mimic and express the emotion depicted on the cards.

Wrap-up & Reflection

Use this final slide to recap the session and invite student participation for reflection.

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Session 2: Recognizing Emotions in Others

Help Kindergarten students recognize and understand emotions in others through role-playing and group discussion.

Recognizing emotions in others builds empathy, enhances social skills, and helps students form positive relationships.

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Preparation for Session 2

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Role-Playing Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Group Discussion & Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 2: Recognizing Emotions in Others

This is the title slide. Introduce the session and explain that today we will learn how to recognize emotions in others.

Introduction & Warm-Up

Begin with a warm-up that recalls what they learned in the previous session and introduce the idea that friends can show different feelings.

Role-Playing Activity

Explain the role-playing activity steps. Let the children know they will be acting out different feelings using role-playing cards and emotion masks.

Using Role-Playing Cards & Masks

Show visuals of some example role-playing cards and emotion masks to help students understand what they should use during the activity.

Group Discussion & Reflection

Wrap up the session by encouraging students to share what they learned about recognizing emotions in others. Prompt a final group discussion.

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Session 3: Expressing Emotions Appropriately

Teach Kindergarten students how to express their emotions in appropriate, constructive ways through guided practice and role-playing.

Learning to express emotions appropriately helps children communicate effectively, manage conflicts, and build positive relationships.

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Preparation for Session 3

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Teacher Demonstration

10 minutes

Step 3

Guided Role-Playing Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-up & Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 3: Expressing Emotions Appropriately

This is the title slide. Introduce the session and explain that today we will learn about expressing our feelings in ways that help us and our friends.

Introduction & Discussion

Introduce the topic by discussing with students what it means to express emotions appropriately. Ask them for examples of good ways to show feelings.

Teacher Demonstration

Demonstrate proper expressions by using visuals such as pictures or guides. Highlight appropriate facial expressions and body language.

Guided Role-Playing Activity

Guide the students through a role-playing activity. Ensure that they take turns expressing and responding to emotions.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Wrap up the session by inviting students to share what they learned. Ask reflective questions about expressing their emotions.

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Session 4: Building Friendships

Teach students essential skills for building and maintaining friendships through cooperative games and guided discussions.

Developing friendship skills fosters empathy, collaboration, and a sense of belonging among young learners.

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Preparation for Session 4

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Story Time & Discussion

10 minutes

Step 3

Cooperative Games

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up & Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 4: Building Friendships

This is the title slide. Introduce the session and the importance of building friendships with kindness and teamwork.

What Makes a Good Friend?

Introduce the session by asking the students what they think makes a good friend. Encourage them to share their ideas.

Friendship Story Time

Display images or snippets from the friendship storybook while reading aloud. Pause occasionally to ask questions about the story.

Cooperative Games

Provide instructions for the cooperative game. Explain how the game works and what the students should do during the activity.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Wrap up the session by inviting reflections. Encourage students to share their thoughts on what they learned about being a good friend.

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Session 5: Celebrating Our Emotions and Friendships

Celebrate emotions and friendships by reviewing learned concepts, sharing personal experiences, and engaging in creative expression.

This session reinforces emotional awareness and friendship by celebrating progress, encouraging reflection, and fostering a positive classroom community.

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Preparation for Session 5

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Recap

5 minutes

Step 2

Sharing Circle

10 minutes

Step 3

Creative Expression Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Celebration & Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 5: Celebrating Our Emotions and Friendships

This is the title slide. Introduce the session as a celebration of emotions and friendships and set a joyful tone for the activities.

Introduction & Recap

Recap the journey from previous sessions. Invite students to share what they've enjoyed most while reinforcing key learning points.

Sharing Circle

Explain the structure of the sharing circle. Emphasize respectful listening and each student’s opportunity to share a favorite moment.

Creative Expression

Introduce the creative expression activity. Provide simple ideas and examples to help students express feelings through art.

Celebration & Reflection

Conclude the session with a celebration slide. Encourage students to reflect on what they learned and to continue celebrating every day.