Ensure all digital materials such as the slide deck and worksheets are accessible.
Familiarize yourself with the superhero traits and associated storytelling prompts.
Prepare drawing supplies and display options for student artworks.
Step 1
Introduction
10 minutes
Introduce the concept of superheroes and discuss the positive traits they represent.
Ask students to share examples of qualities like kindness, courage, and empathy.
Use the slide deck to visually reinforce these ideas.
Step 2
Creating Superheroes
25 minutes
Guide students in brainstorming a personal superhero persona.
Encourage them to choose one positive trait to shine in their character.
Have students draw their superheroes on paper or digitally using the activity worksheet.
Circulate and provide feedback, prompting deeper thinking about the trait's impact.
Step 3
Storytelling and Sharing
15 minutes
Invite students to share the story behind their superhero, focusing on how the chosen trait overcomes challenges.
Facilitate a group discussion to connect individual traits to everyday acts of kindness and bravery.
Conclude with a recap using key points from the slide deck.
Step 4
Wrap-Up
5 minutes
Summarize the lesson and highlight the importance of emotional strengths in daily life.
Encourage students to remember their superhero trait as a personal strength.
Slide Deck
Welcome to Emotional Superheroes!
Today, we'll create our own superhero persona that shows an amazing quality like kindness, courage, or empathy. Are you ready to become a superhero?
Introduce the lesson and set an exciting tone. Welcome students, give a brief overview of what will be done, and ensure they know this will be interactive and fun.
What Makes a Superhero Special?
Superheroes are known for special qualities. Which traits do you think make someone a hero? Let's talk about kindness, courage, and empathy.
Explain what positive emotional traits are and why they are important. Provide examples like kindness, courage, and empathy, and ask a few students for their input.
Create Your Own Superhero
Imagine your superhero self! What is the one special trait that makes you strong and kind? Draw your superhero and think about how your trait helps you overcome challenges.
Guide students through brainstorming their own superhero. Remind them to think of one trait that best represents who they are and what they want to shine with. Encourage creativity in their drawings.
Share Your Superhero Story
Tell us about a time when [Your Superhero Name] used their special trait to face a challenge. What happened? How did their strength help solve the problem?
Give students guidance on storytelling. Encourage them to share stories of how their superhero uses their positive trait to overcome obstacles. Prepare to facilitate a discussion.
Wrap-Up and Reflect
Today we learned that everyone has a special strength inside. Remember, even in everyday life, you can be a hero by being kind, courageous, and empathetic.
Conclude the lesson by summarizing the key points, reinforcing the importance of embodying positive traits in everyday life, and encouraging students to keep their superhero spirit.
Activity
Superhero Activity Worksheet
Welcome, Superhero! Today, you're going to create your own superhero persona. Use this worksheet to guide your thoughts and sketches. Remember, your superhero represents a positive trait that makes the world a better place!
Step 1: Choose Your Super Trait
What special quality do you want your superhero to have? (For example: Kindness, Courage, or Empathy)
Write your trait here: ___________________________
Step 2: Draw Your Superhero
Use the space below to draw your superhero. Think about how their look can represent their special trait. Is it their costume, their smile, or maybe a special symbol?
[Draw your superhero here]
Step 3: Create Your Superhero Story
Tell us a short story about a time when your superhero used their special trait to overcome a challenge. What happened? How did their positive quality help solve the problem?
Write or draw your story here:
Reflection
How does it feel to think about your superhero's special trait?
Can you think of a time in real life when you or someone else showed a similar strength?
Great job, Superhero! Your positive energy can inspire others every day.
