Lesson Plan
Mastering "No": Emotional Regulation Plan
Students will learn to identify and regulate the specific emotions of frustration, disappointment, and calmness when told 'no', using targeted coping strategies.
Focusing on key emotions helps life skills students build practical tools for managing frustration and disappointment, while reinforcing calmness to improve everyday interactions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation for Mastering 'No': Emotional Regulation
20 minutes
Step 1
Session 1: Introduction & Emotion Identification
30 minutes
Step 2
Session 2: Exploring Emotional Reactions
30 minutes
Step 3
Session 3: Coping Strategies
30 minutes
Step 4
Session 4: Applying and Reflecting
30 minutes
Slide Deck
Welcome to Mastering "No": Emotional Regulation
Session 1: Introduction & Emotion Identification
Session 2: Exploring Emotional Reactions
Session 3: Coping Strategies
Session 4: Applying and Reflecting
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 1: Understanding Emotions
Students will learn to identify, understand, and name different emotions, focusing on how these emotions influence their reactions when they are told 'no'.
Understanding emotions is key to self-regulation; recognizing and naming emotions helps students manage their reactions and build resilience in everyday interactions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation for Session 1: Understanding Emotions
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Emotions
10 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Identification Activity
15 minutes
Step 3
Group Reflection
5 minutes
