Welcome students! Today we begin our lesson on emotional regulation. Introduce yourself and spark curiosity by asking: “Why do you think understanding our emotions is important?”

Read each objective aloud. Ask students to silently think of one example of how that objective might help them in daily life.

Display the [Emotion Wheel Poster](#emotion-wheel-poster). Briefly review its sections: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, Surprise, Disgust. Ask volunteers to point out where they’ve felt strong emotions recently.

Pose the question: “What situations make you feel upset, anxious, or frustrated?” Give students 30 seconds to think.

Distribute the [Emotion Triggers Worksheet](#emotion-triggers-worksheet). Instruct pairs to list triggers under Environmental, Social, or Academic. Circulate to support.

Hand out the [Deep Breathing Steps Handout](#deep-breathing-steps-handout). Model each step slowly. Lead two deep-breathing rounds as a class.

Show the [Cognitive Reframing Chart](#cognitive-reframing-chart). Model with a sample trigger: ‘I’ll never finish my homework’ → ‘I can ask a friend or teacher for help.’

Ask students to pick one trigger from their worksheet and complete both a breathing plan and a reframed thought. Circulate and assist pairs.

Distribute the [Emotion Reflection Exit Ticket](#emotion-reflection-exit-ticket). Give 4–5 minutes to complete. Remind students to be specific.

Wrap up by emphasizing that these strategies take practice. Encourage students to use them whenever they feel overwhelmed. Praise effort and participation today.