Lesson Plan
Session 1 Plan
Students will define educational anxiety and identify their personal anxiety triggers through guided discussion and self-reflection.
Recognizing and naming educational anxiety helps students understand their stress responses and lays the groundwork for building confidence and coping strategies.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Accommodations
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
3 minutes
Step 2
Define Educational Anxiety
4 minutes
Step 3
Identify Personal Triggers
6 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down Reflection
2 minutes
Worksheet
Activity
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Plan
Students will learn and practice multiple coping strategies to manage educational anxiety and support peers through role-play.
Teaching coping skills empowers students to reduce stress, build resilience, and foster a supportive classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Accommodations
5 minutes
Step 1
Review Session 1
2 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Coping Strategies
4 minutes
Step 3
Peer Strategy Practice
6 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Closing
3 minutes
Activity
Worksheet
Slide Deck
Beat School Anxiety
What Is Educational Anxiety?
Identify Your Triggers
Common Triggers
Coping Strategies Overview
Practice With a Partner
Reflect & Commit
