Lesson Plan
Mirror Moments Outline
Students will build self-awareness by observing and reflecting on emotions and behaviors in real-world scenarios through guided discussion, role-play, and journaling to identify personal triggers and responses.
Developing self-awareness supports emotional regulation, empathy, and better decision-making. This lesson encourages 4th graders to notice and reflect on their feelings, fostering lifelong social-emotional skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Role-Play Stations
10 minutes
Step 3
Journaling Activity
8 minutes
Step 4
One-Word Check-Out (Cool-Down)
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Reflections in Action
Scenario 1: Lost Pencil
Scenario 2: Game Night Defeat
Scenario 3: Friend Disagreement
Emotion Word Bank
Reflection Prompts

Activity


Journal


Cool Down

