This class is taught in English.

By the end of this course, young learners will be able to:

-Identify Emotions: Recognize and label various emotions, including anger, sadness, anxiety, and calm, in themselves and others.
-Associate with Colored Zones: Understand the concept of colored emotion zones and match specific colors with corresponding feelings.
-Express Emotions: Develop the ability to express emotions verbally and non-verbally, using appropriate language and gestures.
-Relate Through Literature: Connect with characters in literature who experience different emotions, fostering empathy and relatability.
-Develop Emotional Vocabulary: Build a rich emotional vocabulary to describe various feelings and communicate emotional states confidently.
-Promote Empathy: Develop an understanding of how others might feel in different situations, fostering a sense of empathy and kindness.

I am a licensed elementary educator with over 7 years of experience teaching all core subjects in K-2, including social emotional learning topics. I have my Master's in Curriculum & Instruction from The Ohio State University, focusing on creative learning methodologies. I held instructional coaching and mentor teacher positions at my previous school focusing on social emotional learning and literacy enhancement. I have a passion for helping students find success in and out of the classroom with emotional literacy!

Homework Offered
Learners will receive a color zone social story prior to the lesson for download. They may choose to read this story with a grown-up before or after class to connect their learning. The book is approximately 9-10 pages. 
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Grades Offered