Series 6 Episode 3 Managing Emotions in Group Settings

In this practical and encouraging episode of Mindful Moments with Miss Harrison, children explore how to manage emotions when working with others. Through the relatable story of a group project gone wrong—and then made right—pupils learn the core ingredients of good teamwork: listening, sharing, staying calm, and supporting each other.

This lesson strengthens cooperation, emotional regulation, and conflict-resolution skills—giving children the tools to navigate group dynamics with empathy and confidence.

What’s Included:

Guided Audio Episode
A calm, story-led session exploring the challenges and benefits of teamwork. Includes strategies for handling frustration, improving communication, and celebrating group success. Full transcript provided for flexible classroom use.

Pupil Workbook (UK and US English) – 8-page printable journal with:

• Reflection prompts on the value of teamwork

• Scenario-based problem-solving tasks

• A story-inspired activity about managing team conflict

• Creative drawing and journaling

• A weekly mindful challenge to practise group awareness

Teacher Guide – 12-page structured resource offering:

• Vocabulary and strategy support

• Step-by-step lesson plan

• Scaffolding for discussion and group activities

• Links to emotional literacy and PSHE outcomes

Key Themes:

• Teamwork means listening, sharing, compromising, and encouraging

• Everyone brings something unique to the group

• Managing emotions in group settings helps teams succeed

• Calm communication and mutual respect improve collaboration

Learning Outcomes:

• Pupils identify how teamwork can go wrong—and how to fix it

• Children practise staying calm and listening during disagreements

• Role-play scenarios help pupils solve group problems fairly

• Drawing and journaling tasks reinforce emotional awareness in teams

• Pupils commit to a weekly teamwork goal through the Mindful Moment Challenge

This episode helps children understand that working well with others takes effort, patience, and kindness—and that these skills can turn group challenges into shared successes.