Welcome students! Today we’re going to explore how our emotions influence our thoughts and actions. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be more aware of your feelings and have strategies to manage strong emotions.

Distribute the Mood Meter Check-In cards now. Give students a moment to choose the card that matches their current feeling. Invite volunteers to share their mood and why. Record the shared emotions on the board.

Introduce the Emotion Wheel. Point out the four core color categories and explain how primary emotions lead to more nuanced feelings. Emphasize that all emotions are valid.

Display these prompts and guide a whole-class sharing. Encourage every student to participate. Use follow-up questions to deepen understanding.

Explain the charades rules and divide students into groups of 3–4. Circulate among groups to support and keep time. After each round, ask groups to discuss a real-life example.

Invite students to write quietly on their index cards. Remind them this is for their own reflection. Collect cards as they leave to review their insights and needs.