Lesson Plan
Emotion Detective Mission
Students will act as ‘emotion detectives’ to identify and label emotions in themselves and peers, then practice empathetic responses through scenario analysis and reflection.
Building self-awareness and empathy equips 7th graders to navigate peer relationships, manage feelings, and foster a positive classroom climate.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Feelings Charades
5 minutes
Step 2
Detect and Discuss
10 minutes
Step 3
Empathy Detective Challenge
8 minutes
Step 4
Personal Reflection
7 minutes
Lesson Plan
Mood Map Mission Lesson Plan
Students will use a mood map to identify and label their own and peers’ emotions and practice empathetic responses through scenario-based discussions and role-plays.
Building emotional vocabulary and mapping feelings enhances self-awareness, helps students recognize emotions in others, and fosters empathy—key skills for positive peer relationships and overall well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Mood Check-In
2 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Mapping Activity
8 minutes
Step 3
Scenario Analysis
10 minutes
Step 4
Empathy Role-Play
7 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Share
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Mood Map Mission
Lesson Objectives
Materials Needed
Mood Check-In (2 min)
Emotion Mapping Activity (8 min)
Scenario Analysis (10 min)
Empathy Role-Play (7 min)
Reflection and Share (3 min)
Closing Thoughts
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
Reading
Journal
