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Feelings Role-Play
25 minutes
Whole Class
Drama
Learning Objectives
- Practice handling different game emotions
- Develop problem-solving skills
- Build empathy through role-play
- Learn appropriate responses to feelings
Preparation
- Prepare simple scenario cards: winning, losing, waiting for turn
- Set up acting area
- Think through appropriate responses to model
- Have calming strategies ready to teach
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Explain role-play: acting out situations to practice
- 2Start with winning scenario - how do we act when we win?
- 3Model good winner behavior: 'Good game everyone!'
- 4Try losing scenario - practice saying 'Good game' when losing
- 5Role-play waiting for turn - practice patience
- 6Let children suggest other scenarios
- 7Practice calming strategies for frustration
- 8End with positive game interaction role-play
Materials Needed
- Simple props (ribbons for winners, etc.)
- Scenario cards
- Comfortable space for acting
Assessment
- Child participates in role-play activities
- Child demonstrates appropriate responses
- Child shows understanding of good sportsmanship
- Child practices calming strategies
Key Vocabulary
role-play
practice
winner
loser
patience
calm
sportsmanship
Safety Notes
- Keep role-play positive and supportive
- Address any real conflicts sensitively
Teaching Tips
- Keep scenarios simple and relatable
- Model positive responses enthusiastically
- Practice strategies multiple times
- Celebrate good sportsmanship when you see it
Extensions
- Create class book of good sportsmanship
- Practice scenarios during real games
- Invite older students to model good behavior
- Connect to conflict resolution skills