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Managing Anger with Empathy

Lesson Plan

Managing Anger with Empathy

Demonstrate problem-solving strategies

This lesson focuses on teaching 4th-grade students with anger management needs how to handle triggering situations using problem-solving strategies. Through experiential and game-based learning, students will learn to play cooperatively, ask questions politely, and check their perspectives. This lesson is crucial for helping students develop emotional regulation and social skills, which are essential for their personal and academic growth.

Audience

4th Grade Student with Anger Management Needs

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Game-Based Learning, Active Learning, Collaborative Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching

Materials

Video: Anger Management Techniques For Kids, Worksheet: Problem-Solving Strategies, Discussion: Understanding Perspectives, Activity: Role-Playing Scenarios, and Quiz: Anger Management Strategies

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

  • Greet the student and introduce the topic of anger management.
  • Explain the importance of managing anger and understanding different perspectives.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Step 3

Discussion

3 mins

  • Discuss the strategies mentioned in the video.
  • Use the discussion questions to guide the conversation about understanding different perspectives.

Step 4

Activity

5 mins

  • Conduct a role-playing activity where the student practices asking questions politely and checking their perspective.
  • Use scenarios from the worksheet to guide the role-play.

Step 5

Quiz and Closure

5 mins

  • Administer the quiz on anger management strategies.
  • Review the answers and reinforce the importance of using these strategies in real-life situations.
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Discussion

Understanding Perspectives

This discussion helps students explore different perspectives in triggering situations and how to respond appropriately.

What are some ways to understand someone else's perspective?

Encourage students to think about asking questions and listening actively.







Why is it important to see the whole picture in a situation?

Discuss how understanding all sides can lead to better problem-solving.







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Worksheet

Problem-Solving Strategies

This worksheet provides scenarios for students to practice problem-solving strategies in anger-inducing situations.

Scenario: You feel left out during a game. What can you do?

Think about asking to join politely or finding another activity.







Scenario: A classmate says something mean. How do you respond?

Consider asking them why they said it and expressing your feelings calmly.







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Quiz

Anger Management Strategies

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