Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Help first graders understand and manage feelings when things don't go as planned, using engaging activities like warm-ups, videos, discussions, and hands-on activities.
This lesson equips young learners with essential strategies for emotional regulation, preparing them for the ups and downs of daily life.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation for Session 1
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Activity
5 minutes
Step 2
Video Viewing
4 minutes
Step 3
Discussion
5 minutes
Step 4
Activity: Draw Your Feelings
6 minutes

Slide Deck
When Things Don't Go Your Way
Warm-Up Activity
Let’s Talk About Our Feelings
Activity: Draw Your Feelings
Great Job!

Warm Up

Discussion


Activity


Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Help first graders analyze and reflect on real-life scenarios where children face setbacks, evaluating emotions and responses.
This session reinforces emotional regulation strategies by having students critically discuss and reflect on how others manage disappointments.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation for Session 2
10 minutes
Step 1
Video Viewing
8 minutes
Step 2
Guided Discussion
8 minutes
Step 3
Reflective Activity
4 minutes

Slide Deck
When Things Don't Go Your Way: Part 2
Let's Discuss What Happened
Reflect and Share
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