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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Prep
Prepare Materials
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

Slide Deck
Stress Busters
Learning Objectives
Warm-Up: Reflect on Stress
Brainstorm Coping Skills
Practice Activity: Role-Play Scenarios
Reflection & Calm-Down Plan
Takeaways & Next Steps

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