Lesson Plan

Mood Meter Kick-Off

Students will identify and categorize their current emotions using the RULER Mood Meter, placing themselves in the correct quadrant and intensity level with 90% accuracy.

Building emotional literacy and self-awareness empowers students to recognize and regulate their feelings, fostering healthier self-management and better peer communication.

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Setup Materials and Space

10 minutes

Step 1

Opening Check-In & Hook

5 minutes

Step 2

Direct Modeling of Mood Meter

8 minutes

Step 3

Guided Individual Mapping

10 minutes

Step 4

Pair-Share Reflections

7 minutes

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Color Your Feelings: The RULER Mood Meter

What Is the Mood Meter?

Mood Quadrants Overview

Emotion Intensity Levels

Blue & Green Quadrant Examples

Yellow & Red Quadrant Examples

Ready to Map Your Mood?

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