Lesson Plan
What's Your Calm? Lesson Plan
Students will identify and practice at least three healthy coping strategies to manage stress and emotions, and experience a guided deep-breathing technique.
Teaching coping strategies builds emotional resilience, reduces anxiety, and supports students’ focus and well-being in both academic and personal settings.
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10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Stress and Coping
5 minutes
Step 2
Stress Scenario Discussion
10 minutes
Step 3
Coping Strategies Brainstorm
8 minutes
Step 4
Guided Deep Breathing Practice
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Closure
2 minutes

Slide Deck
What’s Your Calm?
What is Stress?
What Are Coping Strategies?
Stress Scenario Discussion
Brainstorm Coping Strategies
Guided Deep Breathing
Reflection & Closure

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