Lesson Plan
Feelings Finder
Guide students to recognize and label three basic emotions (happy, sad, angry) using flashcards and a feelings chart, building emotional awareness.
Identifying emotions is the first step in developing self-regulation; this lesson helps kindergarteners name and understand their feelings, promoting empathy and early coping skills.
Audience
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Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Card Exploration
8 minutes
Step 3
Emotion Detective Game
10 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Belly Breathing
5 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Assessment
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Feelings Finder
Session Objectives
Emotion Flashcards
Feelings Chart
Emotion Detective Game
Cool-Down: Belly Breathing
Wrap-Up & Assessment
Worksheet
Answer Key
Activity
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Lesson Plan
Breathing Buddies
Teach students a simple belly-breathing routine using stuffed animals and introduce mindful listening to build early self-regulation skills.
Deep breathing helps children calm their bodies and minds; adding a listening practice strengthens focus and awareness, promoting emotional regulation in young learners.
Audience
Time
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Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Feelings Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Belly Breathing
7 minutes
Step 3
Guided Belly Breathing Practice
8 minutes
Step 4
Mindful Listening Activity
7 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Assessment
3 minutes
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Lesson Plan
Glitter Calm
Teach children to create glitter calming jars and practice using them as a visual mindfulness tool, reinforcing emotion labeling and self-regulation.
Glitter jars provide a tangible way for kindergarteners to observe thoughts and feelings settling, making calming strategies concrete and engaging.
Audience
Time
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Prep
Prepare Materials
20 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Feelings Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Glitter Jars
5 minutes
Step 3
Jar Crafting Time
12 minutes
Step 4
Mindful Jar Observation
5 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Assessment
3 minutes
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Lesson Plan
Regulation Heroes
Review and reinforce all coping skills by guiding four students through “Regulation Heroes” stations in a small space, then celebrate their progress with a creative shield activity.
A final review in a cozy office setting helps each child revisit skills (naming feelings, breathing, listening, glitter jars) at their own pace, boosting confidence and ensuring they leave with practical tools.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Hero Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Superpower Shield Craft
10 minutes
Step 3
Hero Training Stations
10 minutes
Step 4
Wrap-Up & Hero Celebration
5 minutes
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