Lesson Plan
Pause and Breathe Lesson Plan
Students will learn to recognize early signs of stress in their bodies and practice a simple breathing strategy to calm down before reacting.
Teaching self-regulation helps students make better decisions, reduce impulsive reactions, and manage emotions effectively both in and out of school.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
2 minutes
Step 2
Identify Stress Signals
4 minutes
Step 3
Practice Calming Strategies
6 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Assessment
3 minutes
Worksheet
Reading
Cool Down
Script
Rubric
Slide Deck
Pause and Breathe
Why Pause?
Recognize Stress Signals
Deep Breathing Steps
Other Calming Strategies
Practice Time
Create Your Personal Plan
Reflection & Next Steps
