Lesson Plan
Calm Coping Skills Plan
Students will learn to identify and practice at least three coping strategies to manage anxiety, develop a personal coping plan, and increase self-awareness and resilience.
Transitioning to a new school can be stressful; teaching coping skills empowers students to manage anxiety, build resilience, and foster a supportive peer environment for smoother social and academic adjustment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Lesson Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Coping Skills
10 minutes
Step 3
Reading and Reflection
10 minutes
Step 4
Active Practice Activity
15 minutes
Step 5
Share and Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Coping Strategies to Manage Anxiety
What Are Coping Skills?
Why Use Coping Skills?
Common Signs of Anxiety
Deep Breathing
Positive Self-Talk
Mindfulness
Think & Share
Next Steps
Reading
Activity
