Lesson Plan
Mind Matters Lesson Plan
Students will recognize and name a range of emotions, identify common stress signals, and explore practical coping strategies to support their mental well-being.
Building emotional awareness and stress-management skills fosters resilience, empathy, and healthier coping habits, equipping 9th graders with essential tools for academic and personal success.
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Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Emotion Exploration Activity
8 minutes
Step 3
Recognizing Stress Signals
7 minutes
Step 4
Coping Strategies Brainstorm
8 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closure
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Mind Matters: You Matter
Lesson Objectives
What Are Emotions?
Emotion Exploration Activity
What Is Stress?
Recognizing Stress Signals
Coping Strategies Brainstorm
Sharing Coping Strategies
Reflection & Next Steps

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