Emotional Weather Report

Lauren Oldham

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Emotional Weather Report

Articulate and understand emotions

In this lesson, students will become 'weather reporters' to express their current emotions through a creative 'Emotional Weather Report.' This activity encourages students to articulate their feelings and recognize emotional changes throughout the day, fostering self-awareness and empathy. By engaging in this imaginative exercise, students will develop a better understanding of their emotions and learn to express them in a healthy way.

Audience

Grades K-2 Students

Time

25 minutes

Approach

Articulate and understand emotions

Materials

Whiteboard and markers, Printable Emotion Cards, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction to Emotions

5 minutes

Begin by asking students how they feel today and write some of their responses on the whiteboard.
Introduce the concept of emotions as different types of 'weather' (e.g., happy as sunny, sad as rainy).
Explain that today they will be 'weather reporters' sharing their emotional weather.

Step 2

Emotional Weather Report Activity

15 minutes

Distribute Printable Emotion Cards to each student.
Ask students to think about their current emotions and choose a card that represents their 'emotional weather.'
Have students take turns presenting their 'Emotional Weather Report' to the class, describing their feelings and why they chose that particular weather.

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

5 minutes

Lead a discussion using the provided questions to reflect on the activity.
Encourage students to share how it felt to express their emotions and listen to others.
Discuss the importance of understanding and respecting different emotions.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions for Emotional Weather

These questions are designed to help students reflect on their emotional weather reports and understand the importance of expressing emotions.

How did it feel to share your emotional weather with the class?

Encourage students to think about their comfort level and any challenges they faced.

What did you learn about your classmates' emotions?

Guide students to recognize the diversity of emotions and the importance of empathy.

Why is it important to understand and express our emotions?

Discuss the role of emotions in communication and relationships.

Worksheet

Printable Emotion Cards

These cards represent different emotions as weather conditions, helping students articulate their feelings during the activity.

Sunny - Happy

Cloudy - Confused

Rainy - Sad

Stormy - Angry

Windy - Excited

Foggy - Unsure