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Emotion Paint Party

Lesson Plan

Emotion Paint Party Lesson Plan

Students will explore how colors convey emotions and express their feelings through painting, building emotional vocabulary and self-awareness.

This lesson enhances emotional intelligence and creative expression, helping students to articulate and manage their feelings through the art of painting.

Audience

Elementary School Students

Time

60 minutes

Approach

Guided, interactive art exploration.

Materials

Emotion Paint Party Lesson Plan, and Emotion Paint Party Slide Deck

Prep

Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Warm-Up

10 minutes

  • Begin with a discussion about how colors can represent emotions, asking students to share their thoughts.
  • Show examples from the Emotion Paint Party Slide Deck to illustrate ideas.

Step 2

Painting Activity

30 minutes

  • Distribute painting materials and have each student choose colors that reflect how they feel.
  • Encourage students to mix and match colors and to label the emotions they associate with each color.
  • Circulate the room to offer support and ask reflective questions.

Step 3

Reflection & Sharing

10 minutes

  • Invite students to share their artwork and describe the emotions behind their color choices.
  • Facilitate a group discussion to reinforce emotional vocabulary and self-expression.
  • Summarize the connection between colors and emotions.
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Slide Deck

Welcome to Emotion Paint Party

Discover how colors and emotions are connected!

Introduce the lesson and capture the students' interest by connecting art with emotions. Mention that this lesson will allow them to explore how colors can express different feelings.

Colors & Emotions

Each color can reflect a feeling:

  • Warm colors for excitement or passion
  • Cool colors for calm or sadness
    What do you think your favorite color says about you?

Explain the idea behind associating colors with emotions. Ask students if they have any initial thoughts on which colors match which feelings.

Let's Discuss!

How have you seen colors influence mood or feelings in your life? Share with a partner.

Encourage interactive discussion by asking students to share any experiences or ideas about colors symbolizing emotions.

Painting Your Emotions

Choose colors that represent your current feelings. Mix and experiment! Don't forget to label the emotions you connect with each color.

Provide clear instructions for the painting activity. Remind students to pick colors that represent their emotions and to think about why they chose them. Also mention that the teacher will walk around and ask reflective questions.

Reflection & Sharing

Show your artwork and explain your color choices. Let's learn how our colorful expressions tell our stories!

Facilitate reflection. Ask students to share their paintings and discuss why they associate particular colors with certain feelings. Summarize key takeaways about emotional expression.

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