Lesson Plan
Map the Mood Plan
Students will identify and communicate their current mood by mapping emotions on a color-coded grid, fostering self-awareness and class community.
This lesson normalizes mental health conversations, builds emotional literacy, and strengthens classroom cohesion by giving each 5th grader a safe space to share how they feel.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
3 minutes
Step 2
Mood Mapping Activity
12 minutes
Step 3
Group Sharing
5 minutes
Step 4
Reflection Cool-Down
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Color Your Feelings
What is Mood Mapping?
Our Color Chart
How to Map Your Mood
Example & Activity Time!

Activity


Cool Down

