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Emotional Literacy Lab Lesson Plan

Students will identify and articulate a range of emotions, demonstrate empathy through storytelling and role-play, and reflect on their own feelings in writing.

Building emotional literacy enhances communication, fosters empathy, supports social-emotional learning, and creates a more supportive classroom environment.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Emotion Identification Game

10 minutes

Step 3

Storytelling and Role-Play

15 minutes

Step 4

Creative Expression Journaling

10 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Closure

5 minutes

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Emotional Literacy Lab

What Is Emotional Literacy?

Emotion Cards Sample

Scenario 1: Lost and Found

Scenario 2: Surprise Celebration

Scenario 3: Team Triumph

Reflection & Next Steps

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Emotional Literacy Lab

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