Lesson Plan
Emotion Detectives Lesson Plan
In this small-group session, students will act as “Emotion Detectives” to recognize, label, and express emotions through interactive games and discussions, strengthening self-awareness and peer understanding.
Developing emotional literacy helps students identify and manage their feelings, fostering empathy, improved communication, and positive peer interactions—key SEL skills.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Matching Game
10 minutes
Step 3
Detective Role-Play
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Closing
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Emotion Detectives
Warm-Up: Feeling Wheel
Activity 1: Emotion Matching Game
Activity 2: Detective Role-Play
Reflection
Great Job, Emotion Detectives!

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