Lesson Plan
Cool the Burn Lesson Plan
Students will define anger, identify personal triggers, learn five healthy coping strategies, and practice applying them through role-play and reflective writing.
Building emotional awareness and proactive anger management reduces disruptive behavior, boosts self-regulation, and fosters peer support in a small group setting.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
10 minutes
Step 2
Exploring Triggers
20 minutes
Step 3
Teaching Coping Strategies
15 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Practice
30 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closure
15 minutes

Slide Deck
Cool the Burn
Session Agenda
Learning Objectives
What Is Anger?
The Anger Thermometer
Signs of Anger
Exploring Your Triggers
Common Trigger Themes
Coping Strategies Overview
Coping Strategies in Action
Role-Play Practice
Peer Feedback
Reflection & Closure
Key Takeaways
Next Steps

Worksheet


Worksheet


Activity


Journal


Warm Up


Cool Down


Script


Discussion


Quiz
Anger Management Quick Quiz
