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Finding Light Lesson Plan

Guide 8th graders through recognizing grief, learning healthy coping strategies, and creating a personalized action plan to manage emotions.

Helping students process grief supports emotional resilience, reduces isolation, and equips them with skills to navigate difficult feelings in a safe, one-on-one setting.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Emotional Check-In

5 minutes

Step 2

Identifying Grief Emotions

7 minutes

Step 3

Exploring Coping Strategies

8 minutes

Step 4

Creating a Personal Action Plan

7 minutes

Step 5

Closing and Next Steps

3 minutes

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Finding Light After Loss

Introduction & Emotional Check-In

Identifying Grief Emotions

Exploring Coping Strategies

Creating Your Personal Action Plan

Closing & Next Steps

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Finding Light After Loss

Alyssha Walker

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