Lesson Plan
Discovering CASEL Competencies Plan
Students will learn the five CASEL competencies—self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making—and identify examples in their own lives through charades, group matching, and reflection.
Early SEL instruction helps students understand and manage emotions, collaborate effectively, and make responsible decisions, boosting classroom climate and academic success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Emotion Charades
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction: CASEL Overview
10 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Competency Matching
15 minutes
Step 4
Discussion: Real-Life Connections
10 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: Feelings Reflection Exit Ticket
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Welcome to SEL!
What Is Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)?
Why SEL Matters
Meet CASEL
The Five CASEL Competencies
Self-Awareness
Self-Management
Social Awareness
Relationship Skills
Responsible Decision-Making
What We'll Do Today

Warm Up


Activity


Cool Down

