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Feeling Faces Fun

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Lesson Plan

Feeling Faces Fun

Identify and express emotions

In this lesson, kindergarten students will create a 'feeling faces' chart by drawing or using images to represent different emotions. This visual tool helps them to identify and communicate how they feel. Understanding and expressing emotions is crucial for young children as it aids in their social and emotional development, helping them to navigate interactions with peers and adults effectively.

Audience

Kindergarten Students

Time

15 mins

Approach

Identify and express emotions

Materials

Paper, Crayons or markers, Pre-printed emotion images, and Printable Cards: Feeling Faces

Step 1

Introduction to Emotions

3 mins

  • Begin by asking students how they feel today and introduce the concept of emotions.
  • Briefly explain that everyone has feelings and it's okay to feel different emotions.

Step 2

Creating Feeling Faces

8 mins

  • Distribute paper and crayons/markers to each student.
  • Instruct students to draw faces showing different emotions (happy, sad, angry, surprised, etc.).
  • Alternatively, provide pre-printed images of faces showing different emotions for students to color.

Step 3

Sharing and Reflection

4 mins

  • Invite students to share their drawings with the class.
  • Ask them to describe the emotion their face represents and when they might feel that way.
  • Encourage students to listen and relate to each other's feelings.
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Worksheet

Feeling Faces

These printable cards feature different facial expressions representing various emotions. They can be used as a reference for students to draw or color during the activity.




Happy







Sad







Angry







Surprised







Scared







Excited




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