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.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
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

Slide Deck
Feelings Friends
What Is a Feeling?
Explore Emotions
Story Time
Draw Your Feeling
Calm Down Corner
Sharing & Reflection

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Worksheet


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Warm Up


Cool Down

