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Emotion Explorer Lesson Plan

Students will identify, label, and articulate a range of emotions in themselves and others, practice self-regulation strategies, and build empathy through guided discussions and hands-on activities.

Understanding and naming feelings supports emotional self-regulation, improves communication, and fosters empathy—key skills for social and academic success in upper elementary.

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30 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up & Introduction

10 minutes

Step 2

Emotion Brainstorm

10 minutes

Step 3

Emotion Matching Activity

15 minutes

Step 4

Self-Regulation Strategy Practice

10 minutes

Step 5

Reflection Journaling

10 minutes

Step 6

Closing Circle & Sharing

5 minutes

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Emotion Explorer: Discovering Feelings

What Is an Emotion?

Emotion Brainstorm

Categorizing Emotions

Emotion Intensity Thermometer

Calm-Down Strategies

Reflection Journaling

Closing Circle & Celebration

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Emotion Explorer: Discovering Feelings

Jennifer Bricher

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