Today we’re going to learn about a tool called the Mood Meter. Explain that it helps us recognize and name our feelings so we can better understand ourselves and others.

Point out the two axes: horizontal runs from unpleasant to pleasant, vertical runs from low to high energy. Explain that where these lines cross creates four distinct quadrants.

Introduce the red quadrant as feelings that are high energy but unpleasant. Ask for student examples.

Introduce the yellow quadrant as cheerful, excited, high-energy positive emotions. Ask students to share times they felt this way.

Explain the green quadrant for calm, content, low-energy positive emotions. Invite students to give examples of when they feel calm.

Describe the blue quadrant for low-energy, unpleasant emotions. Ask students why it’s important to notice when they feel this way.

Prompt students to identify where they feel right now. Have volunteers share their quadrant choice and how they know.

Emphasize that the Mood Meter is a tool they can use every day to notice changes and choose strategies to improve or manage their mood.