Emotion Commotion

Darcy Lord-Evans

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Emotion Commotion

Emotional regulation

This lesson focuses on helping students understand and practice emotional regulation. Through interactive discussions and activities, students will learn to identify their emotions and apply strategies to manage them effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for handling stress and improving their emotional well-being, which can enhance their academic performance and interpersonal relationships.

Audience

6th-8th grade students

Time

25 minutes

Approach

Materials

Discussion Questions, Pens, Whiteboard, and Paper for Emotion Mapping

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief introduction to emotional regulation and its importance.
Ask students if they can recall a time when they felt overwhelmed by their emotions and how they handled it.

Step 2

Discussion

8 mins

Use the Discussion Questions to facilitate a conversation about different emotions and how they affect behavior.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.

Step 3

Activity: Emotion Mapping

10 mins

Provide each student with a piece of paper and ask them to draw a timeline of their day.
Instruct students to mark different emotions they experience at various times and identify triggers.
Discuss as a class how these emotions can be managed effectively.

Step 4

Closure

2 mins

Recap the key points discussed in the lesson.
Encourage students to practice the strategies learned in their daily lives.
Thank students for their participation and openness.

Discussion

Discussion Questions: Emotional Regulation

A set of questions designed to facilitate a discussion on emotional regulation, helping students explore their emotions and how they can manage them.

What are some common emotions you experience at school?

Encourage students to think about both positive and negative emotions they encounter during a typical school day.

How do these emotions affect your behavior and decision-making?

Discuss how emotions can influence actions and the importance of recognizing this impact.

What strategies do you use to calm down when you're upset?

Share examples of healthy coping mechanisms and encourage students to think of their own.

Worksheet

Emotion Regulation Worksheet

A worksheet to help students identify their emotions and develop strategies for managing them effectively.

List three emotions you felt this week and what caused them.

Think about different situations at school or home that triggered these emotions.

Choose one emotion and describe how you usually react to it.

Consider both your physical and emotional responses.

What are two strategies you can use to manage this emotion better?

Think about techniques like deep breathing, counting to ten, or talking to someone you trust.