This social-emotional activity uses the arena environment to help students explore and identify a wide range of emotions through movement and guided group discussion. Students engage with the activity in a natural, conversational way that encourages personal sharing, empathy, and meaningful connection with peers, all within the unique setting of an equine experience.
- Activity instruction sheet with variations
- Feeling cards (printed back to back)
- Vocabulary/spelling word list
- Conversational topics and discussion guide
- Learning objectives reference page
Learning Objectives:
- Social-Emotional Learning: Develop emotional awareness, vocabulary, empathy, and self-reflection
- Communication Skills: Practice oral expression, listening, and expressive language
- Cognitive Thinking: Build classification, critical thinking, and self-monitoring abilities
- Social Interaction: Encourage turn-taking, respectful discussion, and peer connection
- Physical & Experiential Learning: Engage focus and attention through movement-based tasks
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Social/Emotional: Feelings
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