Lesson Plan

Handling Disappointment Like a Pro

Students will identify feelings of disappointment and learn simple strategies to manage these emotions through interactive discussion, activities, a video, and playful games.

This lesson strengthens emotional resilience and social skills, empowering 2nd graders to handle upset feelings constructively.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction (5 minutes)

5 minutes

Step 2

Activity - Expressing Emotions (10 minutes)

10 minutes

Step 3

Game Time (10 minutes)

10 minutes

Step 4

Conclusion (5 minutes)

5 minutes

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Welcome to Managing Emotions!

Introduce the topic. Explain that we are going to learn about feelings and what we do when we feel disappointed. Ask students if they've ever felt sad because things didn't go their way.

What is Disappointment?

Explain the term 'disappointment' in simple words. Use relatable examples like a rainy day when you planned to play outside.

How Can We Handle It?

Discuss simple strategies for managing disappointment. Encourage children to talk about what they can do instead of staying sad.

Let's Play a Game!

Introduce the game segment where students will role-play. Remind them the goal is to practice handling disappointment.

Recap & Share

Wrap up the lesson with a recap. Ask students to share one thing they learned about handling disappointment.

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