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Coloring Our Feelings: A Journey of Self-Expression

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Lesson Plan

Coloring Our Feelings: A Journey of Self-Expression

Express emotions through colors

In this lesson, students will engage in a coloring activity where they associate different colors with their feelings. They will select colors that represent how they feel today and create a unified piece of art. This exercise helps younger students articulate emotions in a non-verbal way and promotes self-reflection. It is important as it encourages emotional awareness and provides a creative outlet for self-expression.

Audience

Students in Grades K-1

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Express emotions through colors

Materials

Coloring sheets, Crayons or colored pencils, and Discussion questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Gather students in a circle and introduce the concept of associating colors with feelings.
  • Explain that different colors can represent different emotions (e.g., blue for calm, red for anger).
  • Ask students to think about how they are feeling today and what color might represent that feeling.

Step 2

Coloring Activity

10 minutes

  • Distribute coloring sheets and crayons or colored pencils to each student.
  • Instruct students to choose colors that represent their current feelings and color their sheets.
  • Encourage them to think about why they chose each color and what it means to them.

Step 3

Reflection and Sharing

5 minutes

  • Invite students to share their artwork with the class and explain their color choices.
  • Facilitate a brief discussion on how different colors can mean different things to different people.
  • Encourage students to respect each other's feelings and expressions.
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Discussion

Discussion on Coloring Feelings

A discussion to help students articulate their feelings through colors and understand others' perspectives.

What color did you choose to represent your feelings today?

Encourage students to share their color choices and the emotions they associate with them.







Why do you think different people might choose different colors for the same feeling?

Guide students to understand that emotions and color associations are personal and can vary.







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