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Empathy and Emotional Regulation

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Hanna Woodard

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Empathy and Emotional Regulation

Emotional regulation and empathy

This lesson focuses on helping 5th graders develop skills in emotional regulation and empathy through engaging activities. By using game-based and collaborative learning strategies, students will learn to identify and manage their emotions, understand others' feelings, and improve their behavior. This lesson is crucial for fostering a supportive classroom environment and enhancing students' social-emotional skills.

Audience

5th graders, small group of 10

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Emotion Charades Game Instructions, Emotion Reflection Worksheet, and Empathy and Emotion Quiz

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief introduction to the importance of understanding and managing emotions.
  • Explain the objectives of the lesson: emotional regulation and empathy.

Step 2

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to engage students in a conversation about emotions and empathy.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.

Step 3

Activity: Emotion Charades

10 mins

  • Divide students into pairs or small groups.
  • Use the Emotion Charades Game Instructions to guide the activity.
  • Students will act out different emotions while others guess, promoting understanding and empathy.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

5 mins

  • Distribute the Emotion Reflection Worksheet.
  • Have students complete the worksheet individually, reflecting on the emotions they acted out and observed.

Step 5

Quiz and Closure

5 mins

  • Administer the Empathy and Emotion Quiz as an exit ticket.
  • Review key points from the lesson and encourage students to apply these skills in their daily interactions.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to facilitate a discussion on emotions and empathy.

What does it mean to regulate your emotions?

Guide students to think about ways they can control their emotions in different situations.







Why is it important to understand how others feel?

Encourage students to consider the impact of empathy on relationships and communication.







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Worksheet

Emotion Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet for students to reflect on the emotions they acted out and observed during the activity.

Describe a time when you felt a strong emotion. How did you handle it?

Think about what you did to manage your feelings.







How can understanding others' emotions help you in school?

Consider how empathy can improve teamwork and friendships.







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Quiz

Empathy and Emotion Quiz

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