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

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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!

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Discussion

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Game

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Cool Down

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Can You Spot the Trigger?

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