Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will learn to recognize signs of anxiety and identify their personal in-class triggers through a guided daily check-in, reading discussion, and completing a triggers worksheet.
Building self-awareness of anxiety and pinpointing specific triggers empowers students to proactively manage stress, leading to improved focus and well-being in class.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Daily Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Anxiety
5 minutes
Step 3
Reading and Discussion
10 minutes
Step 4
Activity: Identifying Triggers
7 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: Deep Breathing
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 1: Understanding Anxiety in Class
Objectives
What Is Anxiety?
Signs of Anxiety
Reading Activity
Discussion Questions
Identifying Your Triggers
Cool-Down: Deep Breathing
Wrap-Up and Next Steps
Reading
Warm Up
Worksheet
Cool Down
Discussion
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will review their identified anxiety triggers, explore and practice various coping strategies through discussion and role-play, and create a personalized plan for managing anxiety in class.
Practicing coping tools and planning concrete next steps helps students build confidence, reinforce skills, and apply strategies effectively when anxiety arises.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Reviewing Triggers & Reactions
7 minutes
Step 3
Coping Strategies Brainstorm
10 minutes
Step 4
Scenario Practice
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Commitment
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 2: Managing Anxiety in Class
Objectives
Warm-Up Check-In
Reviewing Triggers & Reactions
Coping Strategies Overview
Strategy Reflection
Scenario Practice
Reflection & Commitment
Wrap-Up & Next Steps
