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Brain Toolbox Lesson Plan

Students will identify and practice three coping skills and executive-function strategies, then create a personalized “Brain Toolbox” they can use to manage stress, stay organized, and maintain focus.

Building coping skills and executive-function techniques helps students regulate emotions, improve organization, and enhance academic success. This lesson equips 8th graders with practical tools for everyday challenges.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Introduction to Executive Function

5 minutes

Step 3

Group Discussion of Coping Skills

7 minutes

Step 4

Hands-On Brain Toolbox Activity

10 minutes

Step 5

Cool-Down & Reflection

3 minutes

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Brain Toolbox: Coping Skills & Executive Functioning

Warm-Up: What’s Stressing You?

What Is Executive Function?

Why Coping Tools Matter

Coping Strategies Overview

Group Discussion

Build Your Brain Toolbox

Reflection & Cool-Down

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