Lesson Plan
Calm Compass Lesson Plan
Students will learn and immediately practice the Calm Compass breathing and visualization tool to reduce anxiety on the spot, gaining a portable coping strategy.
Teaching this quick, science-backed method empowers 6th graders to manage overwhelming feelings independently in class, at home, or elsewhere, building lasting self-regulation skills.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Connect and Explain
3 minutes
Step 2
Demonstrate the Calm Compass Technique
4 minutes
Step 3
Guided Practice
5 minutes
Step 4
Reflect and Plan
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Calm Compass Breathing Tool
Why Use Calm Compass?
Steps of the Calm Compass
Guided Practice
Reflect & Plan

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