This is the second lesson in the Understanding Emotions unit of The Social Emotional Pathway. In this lesson, students explore the emotional differences between being happy and being excited. While both emotions are positive, students learn that they can feel very different in the body and occur in different situations. Through discussion, storytelling, and reflection, students begin to understand emotional nuance and expand their emotional vocabulary.
Lesson Components Include:
Complete lesson plan with learning objectives and step-by-step guidance
Teacher presentation slides for direct instruction
Student workbook pages for guided and independent practice (printable or digital)
A companion story featuring relatable characters and comprehension/reflective discussion questions (printable or digital)
A google form exit ticket to assess understanding
This lesson helps students recognize and articulate subtle differences between emotions, promoting greater self-awareness, emotional precision, and empathy in social interactions.
