Lesson Plan

Understanding Emotions Lesson Plan

Help first graders identify and express various emotions through interactive activities, fostering emotional intelligence and empathy.

Understanding emotions in early education builds essential social skills and empathy, laying groundwork for positive behavior and relationships.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Guided Discussion

10 minutes

Step 3

Feelings Matching Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

5 minutes

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Welcome to Emotions and Expressions!

Happy

Sad

Angry

Surprised

All Emotions Matter

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Why Do We Feel?

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