It isn't always easy to tell another person how we feel; and little ones have an even more difficult time identifying and expressing their emotions. They get a chance to discuss and explore how they can express how they feel in different ways. First, they talk about moods as they read two different books. Then, they engage in any of the four terrific activity ideas. Each one is designed to show children they can express themselves with and without saying a word.

Concepts

emotions, feelings

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Additional Tags

emotions, feelings, emotional growth, social studies

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Pros

• Excellent extension ideas and connections to home are included
• PDF versions of the necessary materials are embedded in the lesson
• The lesson perfectly addresses first grade curriculum 

Cons

• None