Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to express their feelings about meeting new people and being nervous through creative writing. They will create a short story or a poem that captures their emotions and experiences.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Pencil or colored markers
• A quiet space for writing
• Time for reflection and discussion

Before the lesson, think about a time when you met someone new or felt nervous. This will help with the writing prompt!

Activities

• Story Starter:

  Begin with a fun story starter like "Once upon a time, I was at a party and saw someone I didn't know..." Encourage the student to continue the story, focusing on their feelings and what happened next.

• Doodle Your Feelings:

  Ask the student to draw a picture that represents how they feel when meeting new people. They can use colors to show different emotions—like blue for nervousness or yellow for excitement.

• Write a Poem:

  Guide the student to write a simple poem about meeting someone new. It could be a rhyming poem or a free verse poem. Help them think of words that describe their feelings!

• Role Play:

  Have a fun role-playing activity where you pretend to meet new people. Take turns introducing yourselves and talking about your favorite things. This can help ease nervousness!

Talking Points

• "What do you feel when you meet someone new? Is it excitement, nervousness, or something else?"
• "Can you think of a time when you felt nervous? What happened?"
• "Meeting new friends can be fun! What do you like to do when you meet someone new?"
• "How do you think your story will end? Will you become friends?"
• "Remember, everyone feels nervous sometimes! It's okay to feel that way."
• "What colors do you think represent your feelings? Let's use them in your drawing!"
• "Let’s share our stories and poems! How does it feel to share your feelings with others?"