SEL focus
Big feelings workshop
A school social worker, a therapy dog, and a simple way for kids to name big feelings and calm their bodies.
At a glance
- Audience
- One class or a small group, K to 5
- Group size
- Up to about 30 students
- Length
- 45 minutes
- Setting
- Classroom, counseling room or library
- Led by
- Karen L'HommeDieu, LMSW, school social worker
- Cost
- Usually free in Tampa Bay
What happens
- 1
3 min
Here Comes Daisy sing-along: the theme song warm-up rally that opens the visit.
- 2
5 min
Meet Daisy and notice how she shows her feelings with her body.
- 3
15 min
Read Daisy Can't Help It together.
- 4
10 min
Name the feeling: students match feelings to faces and moments from the story.
- 5
10 min
Practice calming strategies together, such as slow breathing and a body check-in.
- 6
5 min
Each student picks the strategy they will try next time.
What they take away
- Students can name several feelings and notice where they feel them in the body.
- Students practice at least two calming strategies they can use on their own.
- Supports the CASEL competencies of self-awareness and self-management.
The book
Daisy Can't Help It
Daisy's big reactions give kids a safe, funny way to talk about their own.
See all Daisy booksWatch before your visit
Share these with your class or guests ahead of time. Get the Here Comes Daisy lyrics
Here Comes Daisy: Sing-Along Video
Daisy's theme song and the warm-up rally that opens every school visit.
What you provide
- A quiet room with space to sit in a circle
- The teacher or school counselor in the room
- A water bowl for Daisy
Questions about this visit
Is this a counseling session?
No. It is a classroom lesson, not therapy for individual students. We are glad to coordinate with your school counselor on follow-up.
Do teachers get materials to continue the lesson?
Yes. We leave a feelings worksheet and strategy cards your class can keep using.
More answers on the main visit page.
Request this visit
Takes about 2 minutes. We reply within 2 business days.