Lesson Plan

Stress Busters Lesson Plan

Students will identify healthy coping skills, practice selecting and using them in stress scenarios, and develop a personal calm-down plan to use when feeling overwhelmed.

Seventh grade students often face academic and social pressures. Teaching coping skills promotes emotional regulation, resilience, and a supportive classroom environment, equipping students to navigate stress effectively.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Direct Instruction

7 minutes

Step 3

Practice Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection & Cool-Down

8 minutes

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Stress Busters

Learning Objectives

Warm-Up: Reflect on Stress

Brainstorm Coping Skills

Practice Activity: Role-Play Scenarios

Reflection & Calm-Down Plan

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