aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Physical education
What age group	Year or Grade 3
What topic	Emotions and feelings
Quantity	1
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Getting Started: Emotions and Feelings in Physical Education

Introduction

Have You Ever Felt Like a Balloon?

As we begin our exciting lesson on emotions and feelings, let’s start with a fun activity! Imagine you are a balloon. Take a deep breath, close your eyes, and picture your balloon being filled with air.

1. How does it feel when you’re just starting to fill up?

   • Is it light and excited?

2. What happens as you keep adding more air?

   • Does it start to feel heavy, or maybe a little wobbly?

3. How would it feel if you popped that balloon?

   • Sad, surprised, or even a little scared?

Let’s share our thoughts! What feelings did you experience while imagining being a balloon?

Group Discussion

After we've shared our ideas, we will gather in a circle. Each of you will take turns to share a time when you felt like your balloon:

• Were you filled with joy during playtime?
• Did you feel a bit heavy with disappointment when losing a game?
• Perhaps you felt like you just popped with excitement during a fun activity?

Activity: "Balloon Emotions"

Once we've spooled our thoughts, we will move outdoors! It’s time to express those feelings through fun physical activities!

1. Balloon Relay Race:

   • We will form teams and race while balancing a balloon on a spoon.
   • As we race, think about how our feelings change with different challenges.

2. Emotion Charades:

   • Let’s play charades to express different emotions!
   • Can you show your teammates what it looks like to be happy, sad, or excited?

Conclusion

As we wrap up our lesson, let’s gather together and reflect on how our emotions can influence our activities. Remember, just like a balloon, our feelings can change—some days we feel light and bubbly, while other days we may feel a bit deflated.

Take Home Message

Feelings are important, and sharing them makes us stronger as a class and as friends.

Now, let's head back inside to finish with a calm-down activity called “The Calm Balloon,” where we will practice breathing and relaxation! Are you ready? Let’s float through the rest of our day with a smile! 🌈💖