Lesson Plan
Navigating Big Feelings Lesson Plan
Students will explore and name their big feelings through guided discussion and a personalized storytelling planner, then draft a short narrative expressing an emotional experience.
Building emotional literacy helps students understand and communicate complex feelings, supports mental well-being, and fosters empathy and creative expression.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Exploration
15 minutes
Step 3
Story Brainstorming
10 minutes
Step 4
Drafting Personal Narrative
20 minutes
Step 5
Sharing & Reflection
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Navigating Big Feelings Through Storytelling
Today’s Learning Goals
What Are Big Feelings?
Why Storytelling Matters
Emotion Word Bank
Personal Narrative Planner Overview
Brainstorming Tips
Next Steps
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