Lesson Plan
Feelings Check-In Overview
Students will identify and share their current emotions using visuals and peer discussion, fostering self-awareness and classroom connection.
Regular emotional check-ins help students develop emotional literacy, build classroom community, and support self-regulation skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials & Print Handouts
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction: Setting the Purpose
1 minute
Step 2
Warm-Up: Emoji Emotion Map
2 minutes
Step 3
Main Activity: Mood Meter Reflection
3 minutes
Step 4
Discussion: Pair-and-Share Feelings
2 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: One-Word Exit Ticket
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Mood Meter Check-In
Understanding the Mood Meter
Emotional Examples by Zone
Share Your Mood
Warm Up
Discussion
Cool Down
