Lesson Plan
Emotion Explorers Lesson Plan
Students will identify and label emotions in themselves and others, practice expressing empathy, and learn a simple deep-breathing self-regulation technique.
Building emotional intelligence in 4th graders promotes empathy, stronger peer relationships, and equips them with tools to manage feelings constructively.
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Set Up Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Identification Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Empathy Practice
8 minutes
Step 4
Self-Regulation Strategy
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closing
2 minutes

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Emotion Explorers
Learning Objectives
Materials Needed
Warm-Up: Feelings Flashcards
Emotion Identification
Empathy Practice
Self-Regulation Strategy
Reflection & Closing

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