Lesson Plan
Coping with 'No' Lesson Plan
Students will identify feelings they experience when told “no” and practice healthy coping strategies—like deep breathing and asking for help—to manage disappointment.
This lesson builds emotional regulation and social skills, helping kindergarteners respond calmly and positively when they don't get their way, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
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Approach
Materials
Prep
Material Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Feelings Introduction
8 minutes
Step 3
Emotion Card Sorting
8 minutes
Step 4
Coping Strategies Exploration
5 minutes
Step 5
Feelings and ‘No’ Game
8 minutes
Step 6
Closing Reflection
1 minute
Step 7
Standards Alignment
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Slide Deck
What Does “No” Mean?
Feeling: Sad
Feeling: Mad
Feeling: Disappointed
Healthy Coping Strategies
Feelings and “No” Game
What Will You Do Next Time?

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Game

