Exploring Big Emotions (for Little Learners)
In this ongoing class, learners will explore some common “big” feelings and various strategies that can be utilized when those big emotions may feel overwhelming.
Ms. Sheera (she/her)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(272)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
When we are able to identify and name our emotions, we are better equipped to regulate our responses. In this ongoing class, we will explore some of our big feelings. We will name them, discuss what may trigger them, and what might occur physiologically. We will also learn some common and easily implemented calming techniques to support the continuum of social-emotional learning and mental wellness. Learners will gain this knowledge through crafts, songs, videos, stories, discussions and a weekly worksheet. Fun and interactive methods are used all class long to keep young learners engaged and having fun (while secretly learning new skills). Weekly classes are listed as follows: Fri, Nov 1- calm/relaxed/in control Fri, Nov 8- excited Fri, Nov 15- scared Fri, Nov 22- embarrassed Fri, Nov 29- sad Fri, Dec 6-angry Fri, Dec 13- jealous Fri, Dec 20- craft activity Jan 12- calm/relaxed/in control Jan 19- excited Jan 26- scared Feb 2- embarrassed Feb 9- sad Feb 16-angry Feb 23- jealous Mar 2- craft activity
Learning Goals
Young learners will participate in engaging activities to support the concepts of emotion identification and calming strategies.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Scissors required for one class. Adult support may be required.
Supply List
Each week learners will need: - print out (teacher will upload to the classroom) or they can draw their own from the teacher's template - markers, crayons, etc. Only required for the “craft week”: - scissors - 1 pipe cleaner or string or ribbon - bead or button (must be able to move easily along the string) - hole punch or something to make a small hole - tape - glue - plain piece of paper (construction or thicker paper better if possible)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
272reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree from Toronto Metropolitan University (formally Ryerson)
Associate's Degree from Humber College
Ms. Sheera has a 4 year Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child and Youth Care and a 3-year college Diploma in Child and Youth Work. She has been creating and facilitating emotional regulation groups for over 20 years in numerous environments, such as in schools, group home facilities and community centres; and with a variety of children and youth (i.e. children and youth with ASD, ADHD, OD, CD, anxiety diagnoses, as well as neurotypical children and youth).
Ms. Sheera has the following training certifications and continuously participates in professional learning opportunities:
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) certification
- Mental Health First Aid certification
- Understanding and Intervening in the Cycle of Youth Violence training
- Single Sessions Counselling certification
- Courageous Conversations, Confronting Racial Discrimination and Anti-Black Racism (monthly ongoing opportunity)
- Indigenous Perspectives on Mental Health and Trauma training sessions
Ms. Sheera is also a Professional Member of the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care.
Ms. Sheera is a neurodivergent educator with an ADHD diagnosis.Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
30 min
Completed by 42 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-7
3-6 learners per class
