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Build Your Calm Toolkit Lesson Plan

Students will learn and practice two evidence-based coping strategies—mindful breathing and positive reframing—to help manage stress and strong emotions and identify real-life situations to apply each tool.

Equipping all Grade 5–7 learners with simple, evidence-based strategies strengthens emotional regulation, reduces anxiety, and builds resilience—boosting focus and well-being in school and beyond.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up

2 minutes

Step 2

Teach Mindful Breathing

4 minutes

Step 3

Teach Positive Reframing

4 minutes

Step 4

Independent Practice

3 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up & Assessment

2 minutes

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Tool #1: Mindful Breathing

Tool #2: Positive Reframing

Reframing Examples

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