Lowell Public Schools
Massachusetts
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
Social Worker
All Lessons
In this two-session series, first graders will explore key social and emotional skills like identifying feelings, empathy, and healthy ways to express emotions. Through interactive activities, discussions, and fun games, students build self-awareness and relationship skills, supporting a positive classroom culture. Audience: Grade 1 | Sessions: 2 | Duration: 30 minutes each
In this two-session unit, second graders will become 'Emotion Explorers,' learning to identify and talk about basic emotions through interactive activities and reflection. Building emotional vocabulary and awareness helps students communicate feelings, build empathy, and develop social-emotional skills critical for success in school and beyond. Audience: 2nd Grade; Sessions: 2 × 30 mins each.
A 5-session Tier 1 unit for second graders teaching essential coping skills like deep breathing, positive self-talk, and mindful movement to manage emotions. Each 20-minute session includes a lesson plan, slide deck, engaging activity, fun game, and a cool-down to reinforce learning.