This lesson plan focuses on helping toddlers identify and express basic emotions—specifically happy, sad, angry, and scared—through various interactive activities. The session begins with an engaging introduction using emotion cards to demonstrate and name different feelings. A storytime component allows children to explore emotions through relatable characters, fostering discussion and expression.
Children then participate in an emotion charades game, acting out feelings for their peers to guess, which enhances their understanding of non-verbal communication. An art activity encourages toddlers to express their current emotions through color and creativity, while reflection in a large mirror allows them to make facial expressions that correspond with different feelings. The lesson concludes with a joyful dance to music, inviting children to connect with the emotions evoked by the sounds.
Throughout the lesson, children are encouraged to share their feelings, promoting emotional literacy and community building. Observational assessment focuses on each child's participation and their ability to convey and recognize emotions. Extensions to this lesson can be integrated into daily routines for ongoing emotional development.
| Level | Toddler |
| Subject | Emotional Development |
| Subject Area | Identifying Feelings |
| Age Range | 1 to 3 |
| Audience | Group |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 45 mins |