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Mind Matters Toolkit Lesson Plan

Students will define mental health, recognize its importance, and practice self-care and emotion regulation strategies to support their well-being.

Introducing students to mental health helps them understand and manage emotions, promoting resilience, academic success, and a supportive classroom community.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Mental Health

5 minutes

Step 2

Explore Feelings Wheel

8 minutes

Step 3

Self-Care Strategy Brainstorm

7 minutes

Step 4

Practice an Emotion Regulation Technique

5 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up and Reflection

5 minutes

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What Is Mental Health?

Why Mental Health Matters

Explore the Feelings Wheel

Brainstorm Self-Care Strategies

Practice Deep Breathing

Wrap-Up & Reflection

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Cool Down

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