Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan

Guide K-2 students in identifying and expressing various emotions through art, using color as a medium to foster emotional literacy and storytelling.

This lesson helps students understand how colors can represent emotions, enhances communication skills through storytelling, and encourages empathy by connecting emotional experiences with art.

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Prep

Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Art Creation Activity

25 minutes

Step 3

Storytelling and Sharing

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

Colorful Connections: Exploring Emotions with Art and Color

Welcome the students to the lesson. Explain that today they will explore how colors can express different emotions. Introduce the title and set the stage for a creative and interactive session.

Emotions and Colors

Discuss with the students how certain colors might represent different emotions. Use the color palette (#ffcccc, #ff9999, #ff6666) as examples and ask the students if they have feelings or memories associated with these colors.

Create Your Emotion Art!

Guide the students through the art creation process. Remind them to choose a color that represents an emotion they want to share. Encourage creativity and ensure all art materials are used.

Share Your Story

Encourage students to present their artwork and tell the story behind it. Remind them to listen attentively to their peers and provide positive feedback.

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Activity

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Colorful Connections: Exploring Emotions

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Hallie Lambert

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