Lesson Plan

Pulse Check Lesson Plan

Students will practice a structured daily check-in to build self-awareness and emotional regulation by identifying and expressing their current emotions and setting a small goal for the day.

This quick SEL routine helps students recognize and name feelings, regulate emotions, and set simple goals. It promotes self-awareness, reduces anxiety, and builds group cohesion, preparing students for successful learning and positive peer relationships.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up

2 minutes

Step 2

Introduce Check-In Tool

3 minutes

Step 3

Individual Check-In

5 minutes

Step 4

Group Sharing

3 minutes

Step 5

Exit Reflection

2 minutes

Slide Deck

Pulse Check: Daily SEL Check-In

Welcome students, introduce today’s routine and its purpose: building self-awareness and emotional regulation through a quick daily check-in.

Warm-Up: 4-4-8 Breathing

Guide the whole class through the 4-4-8 breathing. Model slowly and count out loud; invite students to follow along.

Introducing the Check-In Tool

Display the worksheet on the board. Walk through each section, then model a sample entry.

Worksheet Layout

Point to the parts of the worksheet as you explain. Encourage questions to clarify.

Group Sharing Guidelines

Set expectations: sharing is voluntary, respectful listening, confidentiality. Invite 2-3 volunteers.

Exit Reflection

Invite students to pick a reflection prompt and think or jot a quick note. Collect cards or let students keep for reference.

Lesson Plan

Pulse Check Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

Step 1

Warm-Up

Step 2

Introduce Check-In Tool

Step 3

Individual Check-In

Step 4

Group Sharing

Step 5

Exit Reflection

Slide Deck

Pulse Check: Daily SEL Check-In

Warm-Up: 4-4-8 Breathing

Introducing the Check-In Tool

Worksheet Layout

Group Sharing Guidelines

Exit Reflection

Worksheet

Activity

Activity

Pulse Check

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