Lesson Plan
Glow from Within
Students will learn to recognize their emotions, explore healthy coping strategies for feelings of depression, and build resilience by practicing skills and identifying support networks.
Early awareness and practice of coping skills empowers students to manage low moods, build emotional resilience, and seek help when needed, promoting long-term mental well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Gather Materials and Review
10 minutes
Step 1
Setting the Stage
5 minutes
Step 2
Identifying Feelings and Strategies
10 minutes
Step 3
Strategy Practice
8 minutes
Step 4
Group Reflection
5 minutes
Step 5
Closing and Next Steps
2 minutes
Lesson Plan
Mood Lifelines Plan
Students will learn to identify their emotions, practice a brief mindfulness exercise, and create a personalized coping toolbox with strategies to manage feelings of depression.
Teaching emotional awareness and coping skills in a supportive classroom builds resilience, promotes self-regulation, and empowers students to seek help and manage low moods effectively.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Gather Materials and Prepare
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Norms
5 minutes
Step 2
Recognizing Emotions
7 minutes
Step 3
Mindfulness Practice
5 minutes
Step 4
Building Your Coping Toolbox
8 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Mood Lifelines
Introduction & Norms
Recognizing Emotions
Mindfulness Practice
Building Your Coping Toolbox
Reflection & Closing
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
