Anger Monsters in Sports

Melissa Mader

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Anger Monsters in Sports

Understanding and managing anger in sports

In this lesson, students will explore their emotions by creating 'anger monsters' with a focus on sports scenarios. This creative activity helps students identify what triggers their anger in sports and how to manage it. By expressing their feelings through art, students can better understand and communicate their emotions, leading to improved emotional regulation and empathy, especially in competitive environments.

Audience

5th Grade Boys

Time

1 hour

Approach

Understanding and managing anger in sports

Materials

Art supplies (paper, markers, crayons), Discussion questions, and Worksheet for 'anger monster' creation

Step 1

Introduction to Emotions in Sports

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on emotions, focusing on anger in sports settings.
Ask students to share what makes them feel angry during sports and how they usually react.
Explain the concept of 'anger monsters' as a fun way to visualize and understand anger, especially in competitive situations.

Step 2

Creating Anger Monsters

30 mins

Provide each student with art supplies.
Instruct students to draw their own 'anger monster', representing what their anger looks like in sports scenarios.
Encourage creativity and uniqueness in their designs.
Ask students to think about what triggers their 'anger monster' during sports and how they can calm it down.

Step 3

Sharing and Discussion

15 mins

Have students share their 'anger monsters' with the class.
Use discussion questions to guide a conversation about common triggers in sports and calming strategies.
Encourage students to reflect on how understanding their anger can help them manage it better, especially in team settings.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the key points discussed.
Reinforce the importance of recognizing and managing emotions in sports.
Encourage students to use their 'anger monsters' as a tool for emotional regulation in competitive environments.

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Discussion

Anger Monster Discussion in Sports

A guided discussion to help students reflect on their anger triggers and management strategies in sports scenarios.

What does your anger monster look like in a sports setting and why?

Encourage students to describe their drawings and the symbolism behind their designs, focusing on sports.

What triggers your anger monster during sports?

Guide students to think about specific situations or actions in sports that make them angry.

How can you calm your anger monster in a game?

Discuss strategies for managing anger in sports, such as taking a deep breath or focusing on teamwork.

Worksheet

Anger Monster Worksheet in Sports

A worksheet to help students design and reflect on their 'anger monsters' in sports scenarios.

Draw your anger monster in a sports setting and describe it.

Think about what colors and shapes represent your anger in sports.

List three things that trigger your anger monster during sports.

Consider situations in games, practice, or with teammates.

Describe two ways to calm your anger monster during a game.

Think about techniques that help you feel calm and in control during sports.