Emotion Card Activity

In this fun activity, we are going to use emotion cards to explore and express our feelings. Follow the steps below to participate:

Instructions for the Activity

1. Gather Around the Table: Sit in a circle so everyone can see the emotion cards.

2. Look at the Cards: Your teacher will show you an emotion card. Look carefully at the picture and think about what feeling it shows.

3. Express Your Feeling: When it's your turn, choose an emotion card that shows how you feel. You can say the name of the emotion (like "happy" or "sad") and, if you want, share a little about why you feel that way.

4. Sharing Time: Try to listen to your friends when they share their feelings. You can nod or smile to show you understand.

5. Discussion Time: Your teacher may ask questions like, "What makes you feel happy at the end of the school year?" or "What do you do when you feel a little sad?"

Teacher's Tips:

• Encourage Expression: Remind the students that all feelings are okay and it's important to share them.
• Use Simple Language: Keep the discussion simple and kind, using words that are easy to understand.
• Be Supportive: Validate each student's feelings by saying things like, "It's okay to feel that way," or "I understand you feel happy/sad/excited!"

Follow-Up Points

• Revisit Emotion Cards: At the end of the activity, ask students to pick their favorite card and explain why it represents them.
• Connect to the Story: Remind students of the story they listened to earlier. Ask if they notice any feelings in the story that were on the emotion cards.
• Practice Coping Strategies: If any student mentions a difficult emotion, briefly review a coping strategy, like deep breathing or asking a friend for help.

This activity will help us understand our feelings better and remember that it's okay to feel many different emotions. Enjoy your time with your emotion cards!

Storybook: Goodbye, School!

This storybook provides a warm and friendly narrative to help you relate to the feelings of saying goodbye and transitioning to new adventures. Through engaging illustrations and simple language, the story follows characters who experience a mix of emotions as the school year comes to an end.

About the Storybook

• Title: Goodbye, School!
• Purpose: To illustrate the feelings of change and transition, and to show that it's natural to feel both happy and a little sad during these times.
• Usage: This storybook will be read aloud during the lesson. After the story, we'll have a discussion about the characters' feelings and the coping strategies they used.

Story Themes

• Change is Part of Life: The story explains that change can be both fun and a little scary. It shows that it's okay to feel mixed emotions.
• Friendship and Connections: It highlights the importance of cherishing memories and friendships, even as things change.
• Coping with Transitions: The characters demonstrate ways to cope with big feelings, like taking deep breaths, talking with a friend, or finding comfort in a favorite activity.

How We Will Use the Storybook

1. Reading Time: I will read the story to you in class, showing the pictures and asking simple questions, like "How do you think the character feels?"

2. Discussion: After the story, we'll talk together about the different feelings in the story, and share our own feelings about saying goodbye to the school year.

3. Connecting the Story: We'll use the Emotion Card Activity and our lesson on coping strategies to connect the story to our own experiences.

Enjoy "Goodbye, School!" as we learn that every ending is just a new beginning!

Goodbye, School!

Once upon a time in a cheerful little town, there was a bright and friendly school called Sunny Days Elementary. The children at Sunny Days were excited to learn, play, and make new friends every day. But as the days grew longer and the air turned a little cooler, everyone began to notice that it was time to say goodbye to this special school year.

A Day of New Feelings

In Mrs. Blossom's classroom, the children gathered on a soft, colorful rug. They felt a mix of excitement and sadness. Some kids were happy about the fun times they had, and others felt a little worried about missing their friends. Little Mia said, "I love my friends, but I will miss our playtime!"

The Magic Notebook

One day, Mrs. Blossom brought out a special notebook called the Magic Notebook. She explained, "This notebook is magical because it helps us remember all the wonderful memories and feelings we have from this year."

Each child took a turn drawing a picture or writing a simple word. They drew smiles, hugs, and even a few tears. Teddy, the classroom bear, listened quietly, reminding them that all feelings are welcome.

A Brave Goodbye

As the school year came to an end, the children gathered outside under the big oak tree. They held hands and talked about all the fun adventures they had. Mrs. Blossom said, "It's okay to feel happy and a little sad. Every change brings new adventures, and friendships last forever."

With a deep breath, the children repeated, "Goodbye, School, Hello New Adventures!" Their voices were strong with hope and a touch of gentle farewell.

A New Beginning

The sun began to set, painting the sky with warm colors. The children knew that even though they were saying goodbye to their school year, they were also welcoming new opportunities and exciting adventures in the coming days. And so, with hearts full of memories and courage, they stepped forward, ready to embrace the next chapter of their lives.

The End

Use this story to talk with your students about their feelings. Ask them, "How do you feel about saying goodbye?" and encourage them to share their own special memories of the school year.