Lesson Plan
Emotion Toolbox Plan
Students will learn to recognize and label their emotions and apply at least two coping strategies to build a personalized “Emotion Toolbox” for self-regulation.
Many students—especially those on the autism spectrum—find big feelings overwhelming. This lesson promotes emotional awareness and equips every student with practical skills to manage stress, boosting focus and classroom well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Emotion Identification
5 minutes
Step 2
Learning Coping Strategies
10 minutes
Step 3
Building Your Toolbox
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Emotion Control Toolbox
Why Do Emotions Matter?
Identifying Emotions
Breathing Techniques
Physical Coping Tools
Building Your Toolbox
Reflection & Next Steps
Worksheet
Journal
Activity
Lesson Plan
Mood Mastery Lesson Plan
Students will recognize and manage their emotions by learning coping strategies, building a personalized “Mood Toolbox,” and supporting peers, including autistic classmates.
Building emotional awareness and regulation skills helps all students stay focused and calm. Fostering peer support—including understanding ways to help autistic classmates—creates a more inclusive, empathetic classroom.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Emotion Identification
5 minutes
Step 2
Learning Coping Strategies
10 minutes
Step 3
Building the Toolbox
7 minutes
Step 4
Peer Support Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closing
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Mood Mastery: Building Your Mood Toolbox
Why Emotions Matter
Identifying Emotions
Breathing Techniques
Physical Coping Tools
Building Your Toolbox
Peer Support Discussion
Reflection & Next Steps
Activity
