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Which subject	Psychology
What age group	Year or Grade 7
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Engaging Introductory Activity for a 7th Grade Psychology Lesson

Topic: Understanding Emotions

Objective

Today, we will explore the fascinating world of emotions—what they are, how they affect us, and why understanding them is important!

Activity: Emotion Charades

1. Preparation (5 minutes)

   • Before class, write down a list of various emotions on pieces of paper. Examples include happiness, sadness, anger, surprise, fear, and excitement.
   • Fold the papers and place them in a bowl or hat.

2. Introduction (5 minutes)

   • Start by asking the students:
     • "How do you feel today? Can you describe your current emotion?"
     • "Do you think emotions are important? Why?"
   • Share a brief overview of what emotions are and why they matter in our lives.

3. Charades Game (15 minutes)

   • Divide the class into small groups of 4-5 students.
   • Have each group take turns to send one member up to draw an emotion from the bowl.
   • The chosen student must act out the emotion without using words, while their group guesses what it is.
   • Encourage groups to think critically about how each emotion is expressed through body language and facial expressions.

Reflection (10 minutes)

After the charades game, bring the class back together for a discussion:

• Ask the students:
  • "What did you notice about how different emotions are expressed?"
  • "How can understanding emotions help us in our daily lives?"

Encourage students to share personal experiences related to expressing or identifying emotions. This will transition well into further discussions about emotional intelligence, empathy, and the role emotions play in our relationships and decisions.

Conclusion

This engaging introduction not only sets a lively tone for the lesson but also encourages interaction and the application of knowledge about emotions. It promotes awareness and understanding, making it a fitting start to your psychology lesson on emotions.