Lesson Plan

Understanding Emotions Lesson Plan

Help students identify and articulate their emotions during changes.

Understanding emotions aids in emotional regulation and resilience.

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15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Emotions

10 minutes

Step 2

Emotion Chart Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Classroom Circle Discussion

20 minutes

Step 4

Reflective Journaling

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

Understanding Emotions

Introduce the topic of emotions and their importance. Explain that understanding emotions helps in managing them effectively, especially during times of change.

The Role of Emotions

Discuss the role of emotions in our daily lives. Highlight how emotions can influence our thoughts and actions.

Emotional Regulation

Introduce the concept of emotional regulation. Explain how recognizing and naming emotions can help in managing them.

Emotion Chart Activity

Present the Emotion Chart Activity. Explain how students will use the chart to identify and label their emotions.

Classroom Circle Discussion

Facilitate a classroom circle discussion. Encourage students to share their feelings about recent changes in their lives.

Reflective Journaling

Introduce the Reflective Journaling Worksheet. Encourage students to write about their emotions and how they plan to manage them.

Conclusion

Conclude the lesson by summarizing key points. Encourage students to continue practicing emotional awareness.

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Understanding Emotions

Glenda Glenn

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