Lesson Plan
Calm Transitions Toolkit Lesson Plan
Teachers will learn and practice evidence-based Tier 2 strategies to support students with separation anxiety through structured group interventions, collaborative planning, and self-regulation tools.
Separation anxiety can disrupt classroom learning and student well-being. Equipping teachers with focused group strategies helps create safe transitions, build resilience, and reduce distress for affected students.
Audience
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Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
30 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Context Setting
10 minutes
Step 2
Exploring Evidence-Based Strategies
20 minutes
Step 3
Collaborative Planning Activity
25 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play and Practice
20 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Action Planning
15 minutes
Slide Deck
Calm Transitions Toolkit
Session Objectives
Why Focus on Separation Anxiety?
Understanding Separation Anxiety
Tier 2 Group Interventions Overview
Strategy 1: Establish a Safe Space
Strategy 2: Structured Transitional Routines
Strategy 3: Self-Regulation Toolkit
Strategy 4: Peer Support & Check-Ins
Collaborative Planning Activity
Using the Safe Space Transition Chart
Role-Play Instructions
Reflection with Group Reflection Worksheet
Action Planning & Next Steps
Resources & Thank You
Worksheet
Activity
Worksheet
Reading
Project Guide
Warm Up
Cool Down
