Lesson Plan
Color Your Story Lesson Plan
Students will use art to nonverbally explore and express emotions by selecting colors and imagery that represent their feelings, building self-awareness and trust through creative reflection.
For a student reluctant to discuss feelings verbally, this art-based session leverages her interest in drawing to deepen emotional insight and strengthen the therapeutic relationship.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Set Up Art Station
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Rapport-Building
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 3
Drawing Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Processing
5 minutes
Activity
Slide Deck
Color Your Story
Session Objectives
Materials
Warm-Up & Color Selection (5 min)
Drawing Activity (15 min)
Reflection & Closing (10 min)
Script
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Artful Tales Lesson Plan
Students will create a short visual storyboard to narrate a personal experience nonverbally, using drawing and collage techniques to build self-expression and emotional insight.
For a student reluctant to talk beyond surface level, this art-driven storytelling session offers a low-pressure way to explore and share personal narratives, strengthening trust and self-awareness.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Storyboard Station
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Story Brainstorm
5 minutes
Step 3
Storyboard Sketching
15 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Closing
5 minutes
