Lesson Plan
Brave Hearts Club Lesson Plan
Students will identify and express feelings related to separation anxiety, share personal experiences, and practice simple coping strategies. By the end, each student will demonstrate deep breathing and articulate a coping phrase on their own Brave Badge.
Helping first graders manage separation anxiety builds emotional resilience, increases confidence in new environments, and fosters a sense of safety and connectedness. This supports smoother transitions and stronger engagement in the classroom.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Emotions Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Feelings Exploration
7 minutes
Step 3
Story and Sharing
8 minutes
Step 4
Breathing Strategy Practice
6 minutes
Step 5
Create a Brave Badge
3 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Closing
1 minute

Slide Deck
Welcome to the Brave Hearts Club
Feelings Exploration
Story and Sharing
Balloon Breathing Practice
Create Your Brave Badge
Reflection & Closing

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