Lesson Plan
Trigger Detective Lesson Plan
Students will learn to identify common emotional and behavioral triggers in themselves and others, discussing real-life scenarios and reflecting on how triggers spark feelings and reactions.
Building emotional literacy and empathy helps 2nd graders become self-aware, manage reactions, and understand peers’ feelings in everyday interactions.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objective
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Detective Circle
10 minutes
Step 3
Trigger Spotting Slides
10 minutes
Step 4
Trigger Matching Game
10 minutes
Step 5
Feelings Reflection
5 minutes

Slide Deck
🕵️♀️ Trigger Spotting Detective
Scenario 1: Spilled Milk
Scenario 2: Losing a Game
Scenario 3: Loud Noise
Scenario 4: Not Sharing
Great Job, Detectives!

Discussion


Game


Cool Down

