Feelings Forecast Weather Map

Rebecca Biggard

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Feelings Forecast Weather Map Lesson Plan

Understand and express emotions through creative visualization.

This lesson helps students articulate emotions, promoting emotional intelligence.

Audience

Elementary to High School Students

Time

45-60 minutes

Approach

Creative visualization and discussion.

Materials

Markers and Crayons, Blank Paper, Weather Map Template, and Emotion Vocabulary List

Prep

Prepare Materials

15 minutes

Review the Weather Map Template and print copies for each student.
Review the Emotion Vocabulary List to familiarize yourself with the terms.
Gather markers and crayons for students to use.
Ensure there is enough blank paper for each student.

Step 1

Introduction to Emotions and Weather

10 minutes

Begin with a discussion on how emotions can be like weather, changing and varied.
Introduce the concept of a 'Feelings Forecast' where students will map their emotions as weather patterns.

Step 2

Creating the Weather Map

25 minutes

Distribute the Weather Map Template and blank paper.
Encourage students to use the Emotion Vocabulary List to identify their current emotions.
Have students draw or write their emotions as weather patterns on their maps using markers and crayons.
Example: Share an example of a Feelings Forecast Weather Map:
- Sunny: Feeling happy and energetic in the morning.
- Cloudy: Feeling uncertain or tired by midday.
- Rainy: Feeling sad or disappointed in the afternoon.
- Stormy: Experiencing frustration or anger.
- Rainbow: Ending the day with hope or contentment.

Step 3

Sharing and Discussion

10-15 minutes

Invite students to share their weather maps with the class.
Facilitate a discussion on how emotions can change and how they relate to different weather patterns.
Discuss coping strategies for different emotional 'weather' conditions.

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Slide Deck

Welcome to Feelings Forecast

Today, we will explore our emotions by creating a 'Feelings Forecast' weather map!

Welcome the students to the lesson. Explain that today they will be exploring their emotions through a creative activity. Highlight the importance of understanding and expressing emotions.

Emotions and Weather

Emotions can change like the weather. Let's explore how we can map our feelings as weather patterns.

Discuss how emotions can be compared to weather patterns. Use examples like 'feeling sunny' or 'stormy mood' to illustrate the concept.

Activity Introduction

Create your own weather map to show how you're feeling today. Use the materials provided: markers, crayons, and paper.

Introduce the activity. Explain that students will create their own weather maps to represent their current emotions. Show the materials needed for the activity.

Creating Your Weather Map

Use the Weather Map Template.
Identify your emotions using the Emotion Vocabulary List.
Draw or write your emotions as weather patterns.

Guide students through the process of creating their weather maps. Encourage them to use the emotion vocabulary list to find words that match their feelings.

Sharing and Discussion

Share your weather map with the class. Let's discuss how our emotions can change and what they mean.

Invite students to share their maps with the class. Encourage them to explain their choices and discuss how emotions can change.

Coping Strategies

How can we cope with different emotional 'weather' conditions? Let's explore some strategies together.

Conclude the lesson by discussing coping strategies for different emotional 'weather' conditions. Encourage students to think about how they can manage their emotions.