Lesson Plan

Building Emotional Bridges Lesson Plan

Students will identify and articulate a variety of emotions, practice empathy through storytelling and role-play, and develop skills to recognize and support peers’ feelings.

Building emotional literacy and empathy fosters strong peer relationships, improves communication, and supports students’ social–emotional development, creating a positive classroom environment.

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15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Emotions

10 minutes

Step 2

Emotion Word Mapping

10 minutes

Step 3

Storytelling Activity

15 minutes

Step 4

Role-Play Activity

15 minutes

Step 5

Assessment & Reflection

10 minutes

Step 6

Differentiation Strategies

Throughout Lesson

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Building Emotional Bridges

What Is an Emotion?

Emotion Word Cards

Emotion Word Mapping

Storytelling Activity

Role-Play Activity

Reflection & Exit Ticket

Thank You!

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Building Emotional Bridges

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