Lesson Plan

Managing Big Feelings

Identify and express emotions healthily

This lesson helps students identify and express their emotions in a healthy way. Through stories and activities, they learn techniques to calm down when feelings get too big, such as deep breathing and counting to ten. This lesson is important as it equips young students with essential emotional regulation skills, fostering a supportive classroom environment and promoting mental well-being.

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Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Step 2

Story Time

10 mins

Step 3

Activity: Emotion Cards

5 mins

Step 4

Calming Techniques

5 mins

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

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Managing Big Feelings

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Rebecca Biggard

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