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Feelings in Motion

Lesson Plan

Feelings in Motion Lesson Plan

Help the student identify and regulate emotions using interactive, visual exercises designed for low cognitive ability.

Improving emotional regulation fosters self-awareness and coping skills, which are essential for personal growth and social interaction.

Audience

Extensive Needs Class Student

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Use visual aids and simple interactive activities.

Materials

Feelings in Motion Lesson Plan, and Emotion Cards Visual Aid

Prep

Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Identification

5 minutes

  • Greet the student and briefly explain that they will learn about different feelings using pictures.
  • Show each emotion card and ask the student to mimic or point to the expression that matches the card.

Step 2

Emotional Expression Activity

10 minutes

  • Display the cards again and encourage the student to choose one that represents how they feel now.
  • Use gesture-based responses (e.g., nodding, smiling) for non-verbal feedback.
  • Reinforce positive expressions and validate the student’s choice with simple language and body language cues.

Step 3

Closure and Calming Practice

5 minutes

  • Guide the student through a brief calming exercise (deep breaths or gentle stretching).
  • Recap the session by showing the emotion cards one more time, reinforcing how each feeling can be managed.
  • Ensure the student feels supported and understood before concluding the lesson.
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