Lesson Plan

Ocean of Emotions Plan

Students will visualize emotions as ocean waves and learn to apply deep breathing and positive self-talk strategies to self-manage emotional highs and lows.

Connecting feelings to ocean imagery helps 3rd graders recognize and regulate emotions. This lesson builds self-awareness and self-management skills aligned with CASEL standards, fostering emotional resilience in the classroom.

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Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to the Ocean of Emotions

3 minutes

Step 2

Wave Visualization

7 minutes

Step 3

Guided Ocean Mapping

8 minutes

Step 4

Self-Talk Surfing Practice

5 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Assessment

2 minutes

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Riding the Ocean of Emotions

How Emotions Are Like Waves

Meet the Calm Wave

Meet the Excitement Wave

Meet the Frustration Wave

4-4-4 Breathing Practice

Using Your Self-Talk Surfboard

Take a Deep Breath and Ride On

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Emotion Ocean

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