Emotion Thermometer Exploration

Kathy Chalupka

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Emotion Thermometer Exploration

Identify and rate emotions

In this interactive lesson, students will learn to identify and rate their emotions using an 'emotion thermometer.' This tool helps students become more aware of their emotional states and offers strategies to manage intense emotions effectively. By understanding and managing their emotions, students can improve their emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.

Audience

Grade 3 Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Identify and rate emotions

Materials

Emotion Thermometer Printable Cards, Markers, Whiteboard, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction to Emotions

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on emotions and why they are important.
Ask students to share some emotions they have felt today.

Step 2

Introducing the Emotion Thermometer

5 mins

Explain the concept of the emotion thermometer as a tool to rate emotions from calm to intense.
Show an example of an emotion thermometer on the whiteboard.

Step 3

Activity: Using the Emotion Thermometer

10 mins

Distribute the Emotion Thermometer Printable Cards to each student.
Ask students to think of a recent situation and rate their emotions using the thermometer.
Encourage students to share their ratings and discuss why they chose them.

Step 4

Strategies for Managing Emotions

5 mins

Discuss strategies for managing intense emotions, such as deep breathing or counting to ten.
Encourage students to share any strategies they use.

Step 5

Closure and Reflection

5 mins

Recap the importance of recognizing and managing emotions.
Ask students to reflect on how they can use the emotion thermometer in their daily lives.

Discussion

Emotion Thermometer Discussion

A guided discussion to help students reflect on their emotions and how they can use the emotion thermometer in their daily lives.

What emotions did you feel today?

Encourage students to think about different situations and how they felt.

How can the emotion thermometer help you understand your emotions better?

Discuss the benefits of being aware of emotional intensity.

What strategies can you use to manage intense emotions?

Guide students to think about practical strategies they can apply.

Worksheet

Emotion Thermometer Printable Cards

Printable cards for students to use in the activity to rate their emotions on the emotion thermometer.

Calm

Happy

Excited

Anxious

Angry

Sad

Frustrated

Overwhelmed

Emotion Thermometer Exploration

Identify and rate emotions