Lesson Plan

Feelings Friends Lesson Plan

Students will identify and name common emotions, practice simple coping strategies for big feelings, and demonstrate empathy by listening and sharing with peers.

Early emotional literacy fosters self-awareness, empathy, and healthy coping skills, building a strong foundation for mental well-being and positive classroom interactions.

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15 minutes

Step 1

Circle Time Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Emotion Flashcard Exploration

7 minutes

Step 3

Story & Discussion

7 minutes

Step 4

Emotion Matching Activity

5 minutes

Step 5

Calm Down Strategy Practice

4 minutes

Step 6

Closing Reflection & Sharing

2 minutes

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Feelings Friends

What Is a Feeling?

Explore Emotions

Story Time

Draw Your Feeling

Calm Down Corner

Sharing & Reflection

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Warm Up

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Cool Down

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Feelings Friends

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