Students build fine motor skills while discussing different emotions.
What’s In Your Hand
Students share about themselves while using playing cards.
Activities & Games
Jelly Bean Match Up
Kindergarten-5th Grade
Allotted Time
10-15 minutes
Target Behavior
Describe how they are feeling
Words to Live By
I love and accept who I am on the inside and know my emotions are nothing to hide.
Self-Awareness
Share your emotions
Children who share their emotions can:
IDENTIFY a range of emotions
DESCRIBE emotions associated with personal experiences
SHARE feelings in a range of contexts (speaking, writing, drawing)
USE “I-statements” to express various emotions
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