A short video introduces "Tools for Emotional Wellness," two series of lessons; one designed for younger children and one for older youths. The video explains how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected.

Concepts

social-emotional learning, emotional development, moods, feelings, behavior, learned behavior, human behavior, behavior intervention, mental health

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Instructional Ideas

• To get an understanding of how individuals are feeling, have class members design their own happy thoughts and sad thoughts memes, laminate the cards, and have them place the appropriate meme on their desk at the start of class
  

Classroom Considerations

• Younger viewers may need additional support to understand how to shift a downward spiral of feelings

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• The video suggests ways to sift a downward emotional spiral into an upward spiral 
• Video is available in both English and Spanish

Cons

• None