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Express, Don't Suppress

Lesson Plan

Express, Don't Suppress

De-escalate and verbalize emotions

This lesson aims to equip 8th grade boys with the skills to de-escalate situations and verbalize their emotions instead of resorting to physical altercations. By using trauma-informed teaching and restorative practices, students will learn to recognize their emotions and express them in a healthy manner. This lesson is crucial in fostering emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills, which are essential for personal development and social interactions.

Audience

8th Grade Boys

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Trauma-Informed Teaching, Restorative Practices, Active Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Emotion Expression Worksheet, Role-Play Scenarios, and Video: How to Stop A Bully

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief introduction about the importance of expressing emotions and the impact of unresolved emotions.
  • Explain the lesson's objective: to learn how to verbalize emotions and de-escalate conflicts.
  • Show the video How to Stop A Bully to provide students with strategies for handling conflicts.

Step 2

Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to engage students in a conversation about emotions and conflict.
  • Encourage students to share personal experiences and thoughts on how they handle emotions.

Step 3

Activity: Role-Play

10 mins

  • Divide students into small groups and assign each group a role-play scenario from the provided list.
  • Each group acts out their scenario, focusing on verbalizing emotions and de-escalating the situation.
  • After each role-play, discuss what strategies were effective and what could be improved.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

5 mins

  • Distribute the Emotion Expression Worksheet.
  • Allow students to complete the worksheet individually, reflecting on what they learned during the role-play activity.
  • Collect worksheets for review and feedback.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Encourage students to practice these skills in real-life situations.
  • Provide a moment for students to ask questions or share final thoughts.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a discussion on emotions and conflict resolution.

What are some common emotions you feel during a conflict?

Encourage students to think about different emotions and how they manifest physically and mentally.







Why is it important to express emotions rather than suppress them?

Discuss the benefits of expressing emotions, such as reducing stress and improving communication.







Can you think of a time when expressing your emotions helped resolve a conflict?

Invite students to share personal stories and reflect on the outcomes.







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Worksheet

Emotion Expression Worksheet

A worksheet to help students reflect on their emotions and how to express them constructively.

List three emotions you often feel during conflicts and describe how they affect you.








Write about a time you successfully expressed your emotions. What was the outcome?








What are some strategies you can use to de-escalate a situation?








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Worksheet

Role-Play Scenarios

Printable cards with scenarios for students to role-play, focusing on verbalizing emotions and de-escalation.




Scenario 1: A friend accidentally breaks your favorite item.







Scenario 2: You feel left out when your friends make plans without you.







Scenario 3: Someone cuts in front of you in line.







Scenario 4: A classmate makes a joke that hurts your feelings.




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