Lesson Plan
Mindful Moments Lesson Plan
Students will learn to identify their emotions, practice simple calming techniques, and demonstrate kindness through interactive activities and reflection.
Building emotional awareness and self-regulation in first graders fosters resilience, empathy, and a positive classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Environment
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Feelings
5 minutes
Step 3
Feelings Identification Worksheet
5 minutes
Step 4
Calming Techniques Reading and Practice
7 minutes
Step 5
Kindness Discussion and Activity
4 minutes
Step 6
Mindful Moments Memory Game
3 minutes
Step 7
Feelings Quiz
2 minutes
Step 8
Project Introduction
1 minute
Step 9
Cool Down and Reflection
1 minute
Slide Deck
Mindful Moments
Lesson Objectives
What Is a Feeling?
Happy
Sad
Mad
Scared
Calming Techniques
Deep Breathing
Counting & Positive Self-Talk
What Is Kindness?
Kindness Activity
Memory Game
Kindness Flower Project
Feelings Quiz
Script
Worksheet
Reading
Activity
Game
Quiz
Feelings Quiz
Answer Key
Project Guide
Rubric
Warm Up
Cool Down
