Lesson Plan
Emotion Explorer Plan
Students will identify and articulate basic emotions, recognize personal emotional triggers, and practice self-awareness as part of their social-emotional learning.
Building self-awareness helps students name and regulate their feelings, paving the way for empathy, healthy relationships, and better decision-making.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Mood Meter Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction: Journey Through Feelings
10 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Emotion Wheel Creation
15 minutes
Step 4
Discussion: Share Your Story
10 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: Feelings Reflection Journal
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Journey Through Feelings
What Are Emotions?
Happy & Sad
Angry & Scared
What Triggers Our Feelings?
Quick Pair-Share
Looking Ahead

Warm Up


Activity


Cool Down

