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Which subject	Drama
What topic
What length (min)	30
What age group	Preschool / Nursery
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan

Topic

Introduction to Emotions in Drama

Objectives

• Understand basic emotions (happy, sad, angry, surprised).
• Demonstrate understanding of emotions through movement and expression.
• Encourage cooperation and teamwork in a drama activity.

Grade/Age Group

Preschool / Nursery

Subject

Drama

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson corresponds with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, focusing on personal, social, and emotional development as well as expressive arts and design.

Materials Needed

• Emotion flashcards (happy, sad, angry, surprised)
• Space for movement (classroom area or stage)
• Music player (for background music)
• Soft toys or puppets for role-playing

Structure of the Lesson

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Emotions	5 min	Introduce the concept of emotions. Show flashcards and ask students to identify each emotion. Discuss when they feel these emotions.
2	Emotion Movement Activity	10 min	Instruct students to choose an emotion and move around the room expressing that emotion. Play music to set the mood and encourage creativity.
3	Group Expression Practice	5 min	In small groups, students choose an emotion and create a short tableau (frozen picture). Each group shares their tableau with the class by simply showing it.
4	Role-Playing Game	5 min	Use soft toys/puppets to act out simple scenarios that depict various emotions. Encourage students to express how characters might feel in each scenario.
5	Reflection and Closing	5 min	Gather students in a circle to share their favorite emotion from the lesson. Discuss what they learned about expressing emotions. Guide them to relate emotions to everyday life.

Homework

• Ask students to create a drawing of their favorite emotion and bring it to the next class. Remind them to share it with their friends in small groups rather than the entire class.

Additional Notes

• Make sure to keep the atmosphere positive and supportive, encouraging all students to express themselves freely.
• Be mindful of individual students' comfort levels, providing options for participation as needed.

Lesson script