Lesson Plan
Mirror Exercise Outline
In this structured 30-minute one-on-one session, the student will identify and label personal emotions, observe and reflect on their own emotional expressions in a mirror, connect those emotions to hypothetical others’ experiences, and articulate empathetic responses.
Building self-awareness and empathy empowers students to better manage their feelings and to respond compassionately in social situations. This individualized approach meets the unique emotional needs of a Tier 3 learner.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Prep
Set Up Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Mirror Exercise
10 minutes
Step 3
Discussion
8 minutes
Step 4
Guided Reflection & Debrief
7 minutes

Slide Deck
Welcome to Emotion Explorer
Six Basic Emotions
Facial Expressions in Action
Reflection Prompt
Connecting to Others
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