Lesson Plan
Individual Anxiety Support Session
Guide the student to recognize personal anxiety triggers and practice tailored coping strategies—like breathing exercises and thought reframing—to transform anxious feelings into positive, empowering thoughts.
Anxiety can impede gifted students’ learning and well-being. This focused session builds self-awareness and practical skills, enabling the child to manage anxiety, boost confidence, and thrive academically and emotionally.
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Prep
Prepare for Individual Session
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Identify Anxiety Triggers
7 minutes
Step 3
Explore Coping Strategies
8 minutes
Step 4
Practice Breathing Technique
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Reframing
5 minutes

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Slide Deck
Calm Mind, Brilliant You
1. Welcome and Check-In
2. Identify Anxiety Triggers
3. Explore Coping Strategies
4. Practice Breathing Technique
5. Reflection and Reframing
6. Next Step & Confidence Goal

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