Lesson Plan
Coping Skills Challenge Plan
Students will learn two specific coping strategies—the 5-4-3-2-1 countdown technique and a mindful music activity—through direct instruction, discussions, and guided practice.
Focusing on these two key coping skills provides students with concrete, experiential strategies to manage anxiety and enhance mindfulness in everyday life.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation and Material Review
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Context Setting
5 minutes
Step 2
Direct Instruction: 5-4-3-2-1 Countdown
10 minutes
Step 3
Direct Instruction: Mindful Music Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Guided Activity: Practice and Share
10 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Closing
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Welcome to the Coping Skills Challenge!
Direct Instruction: 5-4-3-2-1 Countdown
Practice the 5-4-3-2-1 Countdown
Direct Instruction: Mindful Music Activity
Guided Activity: Practice and Share
Reflection and Closing
Activity
