Week 13

Week 13 focuses on emotion literacy, cooperative passing, and reflective kindness. Start with Emotion Statues: model 3–4 feelings, then countdown (“3–2–1-freeze!”) as students create full-body or facial statues; peers guess, then add a quick energiser (jump/spin/wiggle) before the next freeze or try pair/group tableaux for “surprise” vs “scared.” Slide into Friendship Ball: circle up and pass/roll a soft ball (or toy); on release, say a name/colour/compliment (“Thanks, Maya!” “Blue!” “You’re kind!”). Track a class streak to boost teamwork, then switch leaders or patterns to maintain momentum. Close with SEL: The Power of a Smile (write/draw a time a smile helped + class “smile challenge” target) and This or That Gratitude (move to Option A/B on prompt cards, then share a word/sentence or quick sketch about why), finishing with a mini “Gratitude Wall.”

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Preparation is minimal (softball/toy, paper/pencils; optional emotion/choice cards and A/B signs). Accessibility stays central: offer upper-body statues and gesture options (wave/thumbs-up), lap or gentle hand-to-hand passes, clear pathways/seating, visuals/AAC, buddy supports, and extra processing time; invite partners to meet at eye level. Expect visible gains in recognising/expressing emotions, turn-taking, and prosocial language, plus a warmer classroom climate through everyday smiles and gratitude, delivered with laughter, choice, and inclusive participation.