Lesson Plan
Worry Warriors Lesson Plan
Students will understand what anxiety is, identify common triggers, and practice coping strategies through discussion, guided activity, and personal reflection to build resilience.
This lesson equips 9th graders with self-awareness about anxiety and tangible coping skills to manage stress, fostering emotional well-being and resilience in everyday academic and social situations.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Anxiety
5 minutes
Step 2
Exploring Anxiety Triggers
8 minutes
Step 3
Coping Strategies Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Individual Reflection
5 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up and Takeaways
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Worry Warriors
What Is Anxiety?
Why Does Anxiety Happen?
Activity: Identify Your Triggers
Coping Strategy: Grounding Breath
Brainstorm Additional Strategies
Personal Reflection
Wrap-Up & Takeaways

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