Lesson Plan

When Hearts Feel Heavy

Students will explore grief by identifying and naming feelings, share personal experiences through drawing or writing, and practice healthy coping strategies like deep breathing and talking with trusted adults.

Understanding grief helps students build emotional awareness, fosters empathy among peers, and equips them with coping tools to navigate loss or change in their lives.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Opening Circle

5 minutes

Step 2

Explore Emotions

10 minutes

Step 3

Express and Share

10 minutes

Step 4

Coping Strategies and Close

5 minutes

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When Hearts Feel Heavy

What Is Grief?

Opening Circle

Explore Our Emotions

Express and Share

Healthy Coping Strategies

Reflection and Close

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Warm Up

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Cool Down

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Discussion

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When Hearts Feel Heavy

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