Lesson Plan
Healing Hearts Lesson Plan
Students will learn healthy coping strategies for grief by identifying and expressing emotions, reflecting on fond memories, and practicing calming techniques to build personal resilience.
Processing grief early helps students understand and manage complex emotions, fostering emotional well-being and resilience in a safe, supportive environment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Step 1: Introduction & Grounding
5 minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Memory Sharing & Reflection
7 minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Emotion Identification
8 minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Coping Strategy Exploration
5 minutes
Step 5
Step 5: Closure & Poem Reflection
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Healing Hearts
Session Overview
Step 1: Grounding & Welcome
Breathing Exercise
Step 2: Memory Sharing
Step 3: Identifying Emotions
Step 4: Coping Strategies
Practice a Strategy
Step 5: Poem Reflection & Closure
Summary & Encouragement
Worksheet
Activity
Reading
