Lesson Plan

Mastering My Emotions Lesson Plan

Help 5th-grade students understand and regulate their emotions in a supportive, individual learning environment using activities, discussion, and visual aids.

This lesson fosters emotional awareness and self-regulation skills, which are essential for personal well-being and effective social interactions.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Main Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Guided Discussion and Wrap-Up

10 minutes

Slide Deck

Welcome to Emotion Regulation

Introduce the session, welcome the student, and provide a brief overview of what will be covered.

What Are Emotions?

Explain the concept of emotions in simple terms, using examples the students can relate to. Encourage students to think of times when they felt these emotions.

Identifying Your Feelings

Use interactive questioning: ask the student to share a time when they felt a specific emotion. This will build personal connection.

What Triggers Emotions?

Discuss triggers in a friendly manner, with relatable examples such as disagreements with friends or challenges at school.

Strategies to Manage Emotions

Share some simple strategies to help manage intense emotions. Mention deep breaths or talking to someone as practical examples.

Wrap-Up: What Did We Learn?

Review the key points covered in the presentation and invite the student to share something they learned.