Lesson Plan

Exploring Anger Lesson Plan

Introduce kindergarten students to the 'anger iceberg' concept, showing that anger can mask other deeper emotions, and empower them to recognize and express their feelings.

Enhancing emotional intelligence early on helps children understand and manage their emotions, fostering healthy self-expression and interpersonal skills.

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Prep

Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Iceberg Concept

5 minutes

Step 2

Guided Discussion

10 minutes

Step 3

Iceberg Art Activity

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

What is an Iceberg?

Introduce the concept of the anger iceberg. Explain that what we see as anger on the top might actually be hiding other feelings like sadness, fear, or worry underneath. Use simple language and ask questions to engage the children.

The Anger Iceberg

Explain how anger can mask other feelings. Help the students to connect with when they are feeling emotions that are hard to understand.

Hidden Feelings

Present visuals of underwater parts representing hidden emotions (sadness, fear, frustration). Provide simple prompts like 'Can you think of a time you felt a little sad or scared?'

Let's Make Our Own Iceberg!

Summarize the idea and invite students to join in the upcoming art activity where they can draw their 'anger iceberg' showing both anger and hidden feelings.

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Activity

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The Anger Iceberg

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Kayla O'Shea

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