Lesson Plan

Emotional Waves Lesson Plan

Students will learn to recognize and manage emotional ups and downs by using emotional regulation strategies and engaging in interactive group activities.

This lesson builds emotional resilience and enhances interpersonal communication skills, which are vital for personal growth and effective relationships.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Material Review and Setup

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up

10 minutes

Step 2

Main Instruction

15 minutes

Step 3

Activity

5 minutes

Step 4

Cool-Down

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Navigating Emotional Waves

Introduce the lesson and set a welcoming tone. Explain that today we will explore the ups and downs of emotions and learn strategies to manage them.

Understanding Emotions

Discuss what emotions are and acknowledge that everyone feels a variety of emotions. Encourage students to think about examples of times they felt happy, sad, or angry.

Emotional Regulation Strategies

Outline key emotional regulation strategies. Use simple language and real-life examples. Emphasize that these strategies are tools for moments when emotions are high.

Group Activity: Practice Strategies

Explain the activity instructions. Inform students they will work in small groups to share experiences and practice choosing an appropriate regulation strategy when given a scenario.

Reflection & Wrap-Up

Wrap up the session by summarizing the lesson's key points. Encourage students to share one new strategy they learned and how they can apply it in real life.

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Activity

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Reading

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Navigating Emotional Waves

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Molly Mulhern

Tier 2
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