Lesson Plan
Emotional Compass Roadmap
Students will build self-awareness by identifying and naming key emotions through interactive storytelling, group mapping, and personal journaling, setting the foundation for strong CASEL self-awareness skills.
Understanding and naming one’s emotions boosts emotional literacy, helping students communicate feelings, manage reactions, and foster empathy. It’s a universal Tier 1 SEL strategy that supports positive classroom climate.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Space
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Emotional Compass
5 minutes
Step 2
Interactive Storytelling
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Emotion Mapping
12 minutes
Step 4
Personal Reflection Journaling
10 minutes
Step 5
Daily Emotion Check-Out
8 minutes
Slide Deck
Navigating Feelings: Your Emotional Compass
Learning Objectives
Scenario 1: First Day of School
Scenario 2: Lost Toy at the Park
Scenario 3: Winning the Game
Pause & Discuss
Emotion Vocabulary
Steering Your Emotional Compass
Activity
Journal
Cool Down
