Lesson Plan
Mapping Emotions Guide
Students will learn to recognize and chart their emotions at key points during the day and explore simple coping tools to manage feelings.
Building emotional awareness and healthy coping strategies helps 2nd graders regulate behavior, communicate needs, and foster a positive classroom climate.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Stations
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Mapping Activity
15 minutes
Step 3
Coping Tools Exploration
10 minutes
Step 4
Emotion Share-Out and Reflection
8 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up and Next Steps
2 minutes
Slide Deck
The Emotion Wheel
What Is the Emotion Wheel?
Key Feelings
How Are You Feeling?
Coping Tools to Help
Worksheet
Activity
Cool Down
