This is the first lesson in a 35-lesson unit titled Understanding Emotions, part of the comprehensive curriculum The Social Emotional Pathway. In this introductory lesson, students explore the fundamental question: What are emotions? They learn that emotions are internal messages that help us understand ourselves and navigate the world around us. Through guided activities, students begin to identify a variety of emotions, describe how emotions feel in the body, and understand that all emotions have value and purpose.
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 builds a strong foundation for emotional literacy, encouraging students to develop a shared language around emotions, recognize emotional cues in themselves and others, and begin building empathy and self-awareness.
