Lesson Plan

Taming Test Jitters

Students will understand what test anxiety is, identify their own test-related feelings, and learn two simple coping strategies (deep breathing and positive self-talk) to manage jitters and boost confidence.

Helping 3rd graders recognize and manage test anxiety promotes better focus, reduces stress during assessments, and builds lifelong confidence in their abilities.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Test Anxiety

5 minutes

Step 2

Identify Personal Feelings

7 minutes

Step 3

Teach Coping Strategies

8 minutes

Step 4

Pair Practice

8 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up and Share

2 minutes

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Taming Test Jitters

What Is Test Anxiety?

How Do You Feel?

Deep Breathing

Positive Self-Talk

Try It with a Partner

Wrap-Up

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Taming Test Jitters

Alyssha Walker

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