Lesson Plan
Emotions Explorer Plan
Students will identify and articulate a range of emotions using visual tools and collaborative activities to build self-awareness and empathy.
Understanding and naming emotions boosts self-awareness, supports mental health, and fosters a caring classroom where peers empathize and communicate effectively.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Materials Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Emoji Check-In Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Color Your Feelings
7 minutes
Step 3
Feelings Charades Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Mood Meter Reflection
10 minutes
Step 5
Closure and Sharing
8 minutes
Slide Deck
Color Your Feelings
Happy — Yellow
Sad — Blue
Angry — Red
Calm — Green
Excited — Orange
Your Turn!
Warm Up
Activity
Cool Down
