Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will identify anxiety, learn a calming breathing technique, and reflect on their experience through a journal work sample.
Understanding anxiety and practicing a simple breathing strategy empowers students to manage stress and build resilience. This session establishes trust and sets a foundation for future coping skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Icebreaker: Emotion Sharing
5 minutes
Step 2
Define Anxiety
5 minutes
Step 3
Guided Breathing Exercise
10 minutes
Step 4
Group Reflection
5 minutes
Step 5
Assign Work Sample Journal
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Session 1: Understanding Anxiety & Breathing
Objectives
Icebreaker: Emotion Sharing
What Is Anxiety?
4-7-8 Breathing Method
Let’s Practice!
Group Reflection
Journal Work Sample

Worksheet


Reading


Worksheet


Worksheet


Worksheet


Worksheet


Answer Key


Project Guide


Rubric

