Lesson Plan

Acknowledging Emotions

Students will learn to pause and reflect on their feelings before reacting, fostering emotional regulation and empathy through discussion, role-play, and group activities.

Understanding and acknowledging one's emotions builds a strong foundation for empathy and self-regulation, which is critical for positive social interactions and classroom behavior.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Emotion Exploration

10 minutes

Step 2

Role-Play Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Empathy Circle Discussion

10 minutes

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Welcome to Understanding Feelings

Introduce the topic by explaining that emotions are feelings we experience each day. Emphasize that all emotions are normal and it's good to understand them.

Recognizing Emotions

Show images of faces or simple illustrations showing emotions such as happy, sad, angry, and surprised. Ask students to describe what they see and relate to the emotion.

Why Understanding Feelings Matters

Summarize the lesson by reinforcing that all feelings are important and that pausing to understand them can help make better choices.

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