Lesson Plan
Exploring Emotions
Students will identify basic emotions through visual aids and nonverbal methods, building skills in emotional awareness and self-regulation.
Utilizing visual supports and simplified language helps students with nonverbal learning disabilities recognize their feelings, fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Visual Storytelling
5 minutes
Step 2
Exploring the Emotion Wheel
10 minutes
Step 3
Nonverbal Feelings Circle
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Cool-Down
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Emotions and Triggers
Understanding Basic Emotions
The Emotion Wheel
What Triggers Our Emotions?
Summary and Reflection
Activity
Discussion
Cool Down
