Lesson Plan
Map-Making Guide
Students will identify and articulate at least five emotions by creating personal mood maps that visually represent how they feel in different “emotional landscapes.”
Building emotional literacy helps 4th graders recognize and express feelings, boosting self-awareness and supporting healthy social interactions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Printed Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Explain Mood Mapping
5 minutes
Step 3
Create Personal Mood Maps
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflect & Share
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Mindful Mood Map
What Are Emotions?
Example Mood Map
Emotional Feature Symbols
Steps to Create Your Mood Map
Discussion Prompts
Reflection Prompt

Journal

