Lesson Plan

Understanding Bad Days

Help students understand that everyone experiences bad days and empower them with simple coping strategies to handle negative feelings.

This lesson builds emotional resilience in students by normalizing tough days and providing practical methods for managing emotions, which is essential for personal growth and well-being.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Context Setting

5 minutes

Step 2

Sharing Personal Stories Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Group Discussion on Feelings

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflective Journaling

10 minutes

Step 5

Conclusion and Recap

5 minutes

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Why Do Bad Days Happen?

What is a 'Bad Day'?

Why Do Bad Days Happen?

How Can We Feel Better?

Sharing Personal Stories

Conclusion

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Activity

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Discussion

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Cool Down

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Why Do Bad Days Happen?

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