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This Checking the Emotion Thermometer activity also includes:
A hand-drawn thermometer provides a strong visual for how much of an emotion a child is feeling. Scholars color the thermometer's mercury to showcase whether what they are feeling is high or low at a certain moment. Questions allow learners to reflect on their feelings.
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Instructional Ideas
- Laminate or place papers in plastic sheet covers, then Instruct pupils to keep their thermometer safely in their binder so they can reuse it
- Instruct class members to write their question responses on a sheet of paper or in a journal
- Have a large drawing of a thermometer displayed in the classroom, surround it with feeling words for learners to reference as an aid to express their feelings
Classroom Considerations
- Create a safe environment for class members who may not be comfortable sharing their feelings
- Observe participants responses, take the necessary action as a mandated reporter
Pros
- The thermometer can be used to explain a variety of feelings
- Social and emotional learning benefits learners now and in the future
Cons
- None