Superpowers Lesson Plan Teacher Resource
Mission Brief
My Feelings Superpowers
Tier 3 • 2nd Grade
Mission Objective
Students will be able to identify at least two emotions and practice one self-regulation strategy to manage strong feelings.
Mission Time
30 Minutes (Individual Support)
Why This Mission Matters
"Understanding and managing emotions helps students navigate challenges, build positive relationships, and feel more in control of their reactions."
Preparation (10 Minutes)
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Review the My Feelings Superpowers Script.
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Print the Feelings Chart and Calm Down Tools Journal.
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Ensure a quiet and comfortable space for individual work.
Mission Steps
1. Warm-Up: How Do I Feel?
5 MIN
Engage the student with the activity to activate thinking about emotions and assess their current feeling state.
2. Introduction to Feelings
5 MIN
Use the Script to begin a conversation about emotions. Emphasize that all feelings are okay.
3. Feelings Chart Activity
10 MIN
Guide the student through identifying and categorizing feelings. Introduce coping strategies like deep breaths, counting, or taking a short break.
4. Calm Down Tools Journal
5 MIN
Student completes the journal, focusing on personalizing strategies they can use in real situations.
5. Cool Down: Superpower Pledge
5 MIN
Conclude with the pledge to reinforce learning and commitment to using their new "superpowers."
How Do I Feel Warm Up Activity
Daily Mission Check-In
Agent Name
How Do I Feel Today?
Feelings are like special messages our bodies send us. Let's see what yours are saying right now!
😊 Happy
🙁 Sad
😡 Angry
😟 Worried
😴 Tired
How are you feeling right now?
What's going on that brings about that feeling?
Remember: There's no right or wrong way to feel. All feelings are okay!
Superpowers Training Script Teacher Resource
Teacher Dialogue Script
Superpower Training
Script (Say Aloud)
Teacher Action
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Introduction
"Hi [Student's Name]! It was great to hear how you're feeling today. You know, everyone has feelings, and sometimes those feelings can feel really big! Have you ever felt a feeling that felt so big it was hard to think about anything else?"
Pause for student response. Acknowledge and validate their experience.
"That's totally normal! Our feelings are like special messages our bodies send us. They tell us important things. When you're happy, it might tell you that something good is happening. When you're sad, it might tell you that you need a hug or some quiet time."
"Today, we're going to talk about something really cool: your feelings superpowers! Just like superheroes, you have amazing powers inside you to understand and manage your feelings. You can be the boss of your feelings!"
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Exploring Different Feelings
"There are so many different feelings! We already talked about happy, sad, angry, and worried. Can you think of any other feelings that people have?"
Allow student to share. Offer suggestions if they struggle: excited, frustrated, calm, confused, proud.
"Fantastic! It's important to know that all feelings are okay to have. Happy, sad, even angry. It's what we do with those feelings that matters. We want to use our feelings superpowers to choose helpful actions."
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Practicing Superpowers
Transition to the Feelings Chart Activity during this section.
"When a feeling feels really big and uncomfortable, that's when we can use our superpowers! What do you think a superpower for a big, uncomfortable feeling might look like?"
"Let's try one together. When you feel a bit worried, let's try taking three slow, deep breaths. Put your hand on your tummy. Take a deep breath in through your nose, feel your tummy get big, and then slowly let it out through your mouth."
Model and practice with the student. Ask: "How did that feel?"
Superpower Pledge Cool Down Certificate
The Superpower Pledge
I, ________________________________, pledge to use my feelings superpowers.
I will try to notice my feelings,
I will choose a calm-down tool when I need one.
I know it's okay to feel all my feelings.
I am strong enough to manage them!
Hero Signature
One thing I learned today about my feelings superpowers is...
