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Emotion Detective Lesson Plan

Students will identify and label four basic emotions—happy, sad, angry, and surprised—using visual cards and a feelings chart in a guided one-on-one session.

Building emotional awareness helps children recognize and communicate their feelings, laying the foundation for self-regulation, empathy, and positive social interactions.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Emotion Identification Activity

5 minutes

Step 3

Feelings Chart Placement

5 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Feedback

3 minutes

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Emotion Detective

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Happy

Sad

Angry

Surprised

Feelings Chart

Review & Wrap-Up

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Emotion Detective

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