Lesson Plan

Feelings in Nature Lesson Plan

Help students explore and express their emotions by connecting them to natural elements, fostering both emotional literacy and an appreciation for nature.

This lesson encourages self-awareness and empathy, allowing students to link feelings with the environment, which can improve mood regulation and creative expression.

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Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Warm-up

10 minutes

Step 2

Guided Exploration

20 minutes

Step 3

Creative Expression

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up & Reflection

5 minutes

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Welcome to Feelings in Nature

Introduce the topic. Explain that today we'll explore how nature and our feelings are connected. Encourage students to think about how different natural elements can create different emotions.

Exploring Emotions & Nature

Discuss various natural elements and ask students what feelings they associate with each. Use images to reinforce the connection between nature and emotions.

Group Activity

Explain group work instructions. Emphasize that each group will discuss a specific element like water, wind, earth, or fire and list the feelings it evokes.

Creative Expression

Encourage creativity. Ask students to share their own stories, drawings, or poems that connect their feelings with nature. Facilitate a discussion based on shared examples.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Wrap up the session by summarizing the key points. Reiterate the connection between nature and emotions, and ask for final thoughts from the students.

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Erin Harackiewicz

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