Emotional Regulation Exploration

Juliana Garcia

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Emotional Regulation Exploration

Learn about and regulate emotions

This lesson introduces students to the concept of emotional regulation through experiential learning and project-based activities. Students will engage in discussions, watch a video, and complete activities to understand and manage their emotions effectively. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence, which can enhance students' social interactions and personal well-being.

Audience

Social Emotional Learning

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Project-Based Learning, Restorative Practices, Active Learning, Blended Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching

Materials

Video: How to Manage Your Emotions, Worksheet: Emotion Identification and Regulation, Discussion: Understanding Emotions, Activity: Emotion Regulation Role-Play, Exit Ticket: Reflection on Emotional Regulation, Quiz: Emotional Regulation Concepts, and Answer Key: Worksheet and Quiz

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief introduction to emotions and their importance.
Explain the objective of the lesson: to learn about emotions and how to regulate them.
Show the video How to Manage Your Emotions.

Step 2

Discussion

5 mins

Facilitate a discussion using the provided questions to explore students' understanding of emotions.
Encourage students to share personal experiences and thoughts on emotional regulation.

Step 3

Activity

10 mins

Conduct an emotion regulation role-play activity.
Divide students into small groups and assign each group a scenario where they must identify and regulate emotions.
Have each group present their scenario and solution to the class.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

5 mins

Distribute the "Emotion Identification and Regulation" worksheet.
Allow students time to complete the worksheet individually.

Step 5

Quiz and Exit Ticket

5 mins

Administer the quiz on emotional regulation concepts.
Ask students to complete the exit ticket reflecting on what they learned about emotional regulation.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

Review key points from the lesson.
Encourage students to practice emotional regulation techniques in their daily lives.
Collect worksheets, quizzes, and exit tickets.

Discussion

Understanding Emotions

A discussion to explore students' understanding of emotions and their regulation.

What are some common emotions you experience daily?

Encourage students to think about different situations and how they feel in those moments.

Why is it important to regulate our emotions?

Discuss the impact of emotions on decision-making and relationships.

Can you share a time when you successfully managed your emotions?

Allow students to share personal stories and discuss strategies they used.

Worksheet

Emotion Identification and Regulation

This worksheet helps students identify their emotions and learn strategies to regulate them.

List three emotions you felt today and describe the situations that caused them.

Think about different times of the day and what you were doing.

Choose one emotion and describe a strategy you used or could use to regulate it.

Consider techniques like deep breathing or talking to someone.

Quiz

Emotional Regulation Concepts

Answer Key

Answer Key: Worksheet and Quiz

The answer key provides correct answers and explanations for the worksheet and quiz.

List three emotions you felt today and describe the situations that caused them.

Varies by student response.
Students should identify emotions and link them to specific situations.

Choose one emotion and describe a strategy you used or could use to regulate it.

Varies by student response.
Students should demonstrate understanding of regulation strategies.

Which of the following is a healthy way to regulate emotions?

Deep breathing
Deep breathing is a recognized technique for managing emotions.

True or False: All emotions are bad and should be avoided.

False
Emotions are natural and provide valuable information about our needs.