Lesson Plan
Taming the Storm Lesson Plan
Students will learn to notice when strong feelings start, practice easy ways to calm down, and make a simple plan to help themselves when they get upset.
Helping 5th graders understand and manage big emotions early keeps them feeling safe, makes it easier to get along with classmates, and builds confidence.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Quick Calm-Down Check
5 minutes
Step 2
Discussion: Spotting the Storm
10 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Emotion Thermometer
20 minutes
Step 4
Closure: My Calm-Down Plan & Exit Ticket
10 minutes

Slide Deck
Taming the Storm: Calm Tools
Feelings Are Like Weather
Trigger: What Starts Your Storm?
How Big Is Your Feeling?
Calm Tools
Your Calm Plan

Discussion


Activity


Warm Up

