Exploring Emotions and Coping Skills

4th GradeHealth35 min

Learning Objective

I can identify different emotions and practice healthy coping skills.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

Coping Skills For Kids - Managing Feelings & Emotions For Elementary-Middle School | Self-Regulation

Mental Health Center Kids

Guided Notes

7 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The first step to managing big emotions is to notice and identify the emotions you are feeling.

  • Coping skills can be broken down into four categories: relaxation, distraction, movement, and thinking skills.

  • To manage big emotions, you can identify your feelings, think about coping skills, and take action by practicing one or more coping skills.

Practice

11 min

5 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Think about a time you felt a big emotion like anger or sadness. What coping skill could you use to help you feel better? Explain why you chose that coping skill.

Teacher Guide

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