Lesson Plan

Exploring Emotions Lesson Plan

Students will explore and understand emotions, recognizing how feelings influence interactions and developing empathy through engaging activities.

Understanding emotions is key to personal development and empathy. This lesson helps students recognize and manage their feelings in daily interactions.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

10 minutes

Step 2

Activity and Discussion

25 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Cool-Down

10 minutes

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Why Do We Feel This Way?

Introduce the title of the lesson. Explain the importance of understanding emotions and how they influence our daily interactions.

What Are Emotions?

Discuss what emotions are. Ask students to name a few emotions they know, and provide examples if needed.

Emotions in Daily Life

Highlight how emotions play a role in our daily lives. Use relatable scenarios to depict the impact of emotions on interactions.

Interactive Activities

Introduce this slide as a segue into the interactive part of the lesson. Explain that students will engage in activities like Emotion Charades and Feelings Circle.

Reflection & Empathy

Wrap up the lesson. Lead a discussion on reflections, asking students to share insights or moments they learned about their emotions. Emphasize empathy and understanding.

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Cool Down

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Why Do We Feel This Way?

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