Lesson Plan
Calm Classroom Quest Lesson Plan
Students will recognize what anxiety feels like, express their feelings, and learn two coping strategies—deep breathing and positive self-talk—to feel calmer and more confident in class.
Early awareness and coping skills help students manage anxious feelings, improve focus, and build a supportive classroom environment where everyone feels heard and safe.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review & Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Feelings Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction: What Is Anxiety?
8 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Anxiety Map
12 minutes
Step 4
Skill-Building: Coping Strategies
12 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: Calm Reflection
8 minutes

Slide Deck
Calm Classroom Quest
What Is Anxiety?
First-Day Jitters
Test-Time Nervousness
Coping Strategy: Deep Belly Breathing
Coping Strategy: Positive Self-Talk
Cool-Down: Calm Reflection

Script


Activity


Warm Up


Cool Down


Worksheet

