Lesson Plan
Session 1 Plan
Students will establish group norms grounded in their cultural values (respeto, confianza), define anger using examples from their communities, and complete a bilingual self-assessment to build trust and awareness.
Using familiar cultural references, role models, and bilingual supports helps African American and Latino boys feel seen, valued, and connected, fostering deeper engagement in anger management skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Setup and Cultural Supports
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Establish Group Norms
10 minutes
Step 3
Define Anger
10 minutes
Step 4
Self-Assessment of Feelings
10 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down and Reflection
10 minutes
Worksheet
Discussion
Activity
Warm Up
Cool Down
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Plan
Students will identify personal anger triggers, classify them as external or internal, and recognize early physical signs associated with each triggers.
Understanding what situations and bodily cues spark anger empowers students to intervene early, reducing conflict and building self-regulation skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Triggers and Visuals
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Feelings Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Review & Introduce
5 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Trigger Hunt
15 minutes
Step 4
Discussion: Class Sharing
10 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: Reflection Wall
10 minutes
