“Moods”+mini+lesson+for+monster+screen+play

= Name of Lesson: Moods =  **Prepared by: Danielle Cavinder** **Class time needed:** **Grade level: 9-12**  **Objectives:** · Makes students think about how they express their emotions · Helps them develop group social skills **Materials Needed:** · Several copies of the board game “Moods” o **Note**: You will need to go through the game and remove inappropriate cards · Writing untensil · paper

**//Activity//:** 

1. Have students get into groups of 3-4 people. (number of groups depends on however many copies of “Moods” you have) 2min

2. Hand out “Moods” to groups.

3. Follow directions on board game for how to play.

4. Play for about 30min (they may or may not complete the game in time) 30min

5. Ask class the Discussion Question: “What emotions are harder to express, and why do you think that is?” Take notes on their ideas on the over head, chalkboard or eraser board. 10-15min 
 * Expanding the Activity:**

This game gets the students thinking about how they express their emotions. This could be used in a drama club, or for public speaking classes.

**Notes:**