Lesson Plan
Elevator Intensity Plan
Students will rank emotions from least to most intense using an elevator metaphor, articulate differences among feelings, and reflect on personal experiences.
This lesson builds self-awareness by helping 2nd graders recognize and label varying strengths of emotions, supporting social-emotional development and self-regulation.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Hook
3 minutes
Step 2
Explore Emotions
5 minutes
Step 3
Build Your Elevator
5 minutes
Step 4
Intensity Reflection
4 minutes
Step 5
Today’s Floor Share
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Emotion Elevator
How the Emotion Elevator Works
Floor 1: Very Mild
Floor 2: Mild
Floor 3: Moderate
Floor 4: Strong
Floor 5: Very Strong
Ready to Ride!

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