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Wellness and Emotional Well-being

Lesson Plan

Wellness and Emotional Well-being

Wellness and Social Emotional Learning

This lesson focuses on promoting wellness and emotional well-being among elementary and middle school students. Through a combination of discussion, video, and activities, students will explore the importance of being active, understanding emotions, and developing healthy habits. This lesson is crucial as it helps students build a foundation for mental health awareness and social-emotional skills, which are essential for their overall development and success.

Audience

Elementary and Middle School Students

Time

30-45 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Experiential Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Video: Wellbeing for Children: Healthy Habits, Activity Instructions, Exit Ticket, and Healthy Habits Relay Cards

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Welcome students and introduce the topic of wellness and emotional well-being.
  • Explain the importance of being active and understanding emotions for overall health.

Step 2

Discussion

10 mins

  • Engage students in a discussion using the provided questions.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences related to wellness and emotions.

Step 3

Video Viewing

7 mins

Step 4

Healthy Habits Relay

10 mins

  • Organize students into teams for a relay race.
  • Set up stations with cards describing different healthy habits and their benefits.
  • Students race to match the habit with its benefit at each station.
  • Discuss the importance of each habit as a group after the relay.

Step 5

Role-Playing Scenarios

10 mins

  • Divide students into small groups and assign each group a scenario related to managing emotions or making healthy choices.
  • Allow students time to prepare and then present their role-play to the class.
  • Discuss the scenarios and the choices made, highlighting positive strategies and outcomes.
  • Additional Scenarios:
    • Scenario 1: A friend is feeling sad because they didn't do well on a test. How can you help them feel better?
    • Scenario 2: You notice a classmate is always alone during recess. What can you do to include them?
    • Scenario 3: You are feeling angry because someone took your favorite toy. How can you express your feelings without hurting others?
    • Scenario 4: You have a choice between playing video games or going for a walk outside. How do you decide what is best for your wellness?

Step 6

Mindfulness Activity

5 mins

  • Conduct a simple mindfulness exercise, such as deep breathing or a short meditation.
  • Encourage students to reflect on how these activities make them feel.

Step 7

Closure and Exit Ticket

5 mins

  • Summarize the key points discussed and learned during the lesson.
  • Distribute the exit ticket for students to complete, reflecting on what they learned and how they can apply it to their daily lives.
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Discussion

Discussion on Wellness and Emotions

This discussion will help students explore their understanding of wellness and emotions, encouraging them to share personal experiences and insights.

What does being 'well' mean to you?

Encourage students to think about physical, mental, and emotional aspects of wellness.







How do you feel when you are active or exercise?

Guide students to consider both physical sensations and emotional responses.







Why is it important to understand our emotions?

Discuss how understanding emotions can help in managing them and improving relationships.







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Quiz

Wellness and Emotional Well-being Exit Ticket

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Worksheet

Healthy Habits Relay Cards

These cards are used in the Healthy Habits Relay activity, where students match healthy habits with their benefits.




Habit: Eating Well - Benefit: Provides energy and nutrients for growth.







Habit: Exercising Regularly - Benefit: Strengthens muscles and improves mood.







Habit: Getting Enough Sleep - Benefit: Helps with focus and memory.







Habit: Drinking Water - Benefit: Keeps the body hydrated and functioning well.







Habit: Practicing Mindfulness - Benefit: Reduces stress and improves emotional regulation.




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