Lesson Plan
Feeling Wheel Workshop Plan
Students will define emotions, use the Feeling Wheel to categorize broad and specific feelings, practice mapping personal emotions, and reflect on the value of tracking feelings for self-awareness.
Understanding and labeling emotions builds self-awareness and coping skills, preparing students for healthy emotional regulation and future counseling readiness.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Emotions
5 minutes
Step 2
Exploring the Feeling Wheel
10 minutes
Step 3
Emotion Mapping Presentation
10 minutes
Step 4
Mood Meter Movement
10 minutes
Step 5
Daily Feeling Log Practice
8 minutes
Step 6
Wrap-Up and Reflection
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Emotion Mapping: Understanding Our Feelings
What Is the Feeling Wheel?
Core Categories vs. Specific Emotions
Mapping Emotions on the Wheel
Group Exercise: Identifying Emotions
Mood Meter Movement Preview
Key Takeaways & Next Steps
Activity
Worksheet
