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Emotions Expedition Lesson Plan

Students will identify a range of emotions, recognize personal triggers, and practice two coping strategies to build emotional resilience in 30 minutes.

Middle schoolers often struggle to name and manage their feelings. This targeted group lesson fosters self-awareness, helps students anticipate emotional triggers, and equips them with practical coping tools.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Identify and Label Emotions

8 minutes

Step 3

Explore Emotional Triggers

7 minutes

Step 4

Practice Coping Strategies

8 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up and Reflection

2 minutes

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Emotions Expedition

Today’s Agenda

Warm-Up & Check-In

Identify & Label Emotions

Explore Emotional Triggers

Practice Coping Strategies

Wrap-Up & Reflection

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Emotions Expedition

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