Lesson Plan:

The Sun Will Shine Again K-3

Lesson Outline

A viewer writes in to Sami about going through some rough times and feeling sad about it. Sami gives some tips on dealing with feeling sad, and reminds us that even on the cloudiest of days, the sun will shine again.

Duration: 22 minutes

Includes 10 mins. exercise + 2 minute cooldown.

Learning Objectives:

– Students will understand that feelings of sadness are normal and temporary, and learn strategies to manage those emotions.

– Students will explore how activities they enjoy, positive self-talk, and movement can help improve their mood during challenging times.

– Students will practice breaking overwhelming situations into smaller, manageable steps to reduce stress and foster resilience.

– Students will recognize the importance of reaching out to their “Circle of Trust” for support when navigating difficult emotions.

Keywords: sadness, managing emotions, resilience, self-awareness, positive mindset, emotional regulation, self-care, stress relief, breaking tasks down, support systems, Circle of Trust, tough times, feeling overwhelmed, coping strategies, positive thinking, emotional strength, small steps, self-compassion, calming techniques.

SEL Standards

• Understanding one’s own emotions
• Linking feelings and thoughts
• Positive thinking/mindset