Lesson Plan

Exploring Basic Emotions

Students will recognize and name basic emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger, and surprise, and understand how these feelings impact their behavior.

Building emotional awareness helps young learners develop self-regulation and empathy, essential skills for positive social interaction and personal growth.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity – Emotions Charades

10 minutes

Step 3

Worksheet – Match the Emotion Faces

10 minutes

Step 4

Closure

5 minutes

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Welcome to Understanding Our Emotions!

Happiness

Sadness

Anger

Surprise

Let's Review Our Emotions!

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Why Do We Feel This Way?

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