Lesson Plan

Emotional Literacy Quiz Plan

Evaluate 11th graders’ understanding of grief science and emotional literacy through a targeted quiz, identify misconceptions, and guide students toward meaningful peer support strategies.

This lesson builds emotional awareness around grief, informs next steps in counseling support, and fosters a supportive peer environment. It helps educators tailor follow-up interventions.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Objectives

5 minutes

Step 2

Administer Quiz

10 minutes

Step 3

Review Results in Groups

10 minutes

Step 4

Debrief & Next Steps

5 minutes

Slide Deck

The Science of Grief

Welcome everyone to 'The Science of Grief'. Today we'll explore why we grieve, how grief unfolds, and how emotional literacy strengthens our personal and peer support.

What Is Grief?

Explain that grief is a universal, natural reaction—not a sign of weakness—and can include physical, cognitive, and social responses.

Stages of Grief (Kübler-Ross)

Briefly define each stage. Emphasize that people may move back and forth between stages or experience them in a different order.

Emotional Literacy in Grief

Highlight that emotional literacy isn’t just feeling—it’s labeling, understanding triggers, and communicating needs.

Why Understanding Grief Matters

Connect knowledge of grief to positive coping strategies and long-term well-being.

Supporting Others Through Grief

Encourage students to use active-listening skills and empathy when supporting friends in grief.

Lesson Plan

Emotional Literacy Quiz Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials

Step 1

Introduction & Objectives

Step 2

Administer Quiz

Step 3

Review Results in Groups

Step 4

Debrief & Next Steps

Slide Deck

The Science of Grief

What Is Grief?

Stages of Grief (Kübler-Ross)

Emotional Literacy in Grief

Why Understanding Grief Matters

Supporting Others Through Grief

Quiz

Grief Knowledge Check

Discussion

Answer Key

Why Do We Grieve?

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