Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Provide clear, clickable file links to both the deep breathing guide and worksheet so the teacher and Julian can download and use them immediately.
Quick-access links ensure no time is lost hunting for resources during the 30-minute session, maximizing practice time.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prep Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Deep Breathing
5 minutes
Step 3
Multisensory Practice
10 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Scenarios
5 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down Reflection
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 1: Deep Breathing
Warm-Up Check-In
What Is Deep Breathing?
Multisensory Practice
Role-Play Scenarios
Reflection & Goal Setting
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Introduce Julian to positive self-talk and “I am” statements by modeling, practicing, and applying affirming phrases in role-play to help him reframe negative thoughts and communicate confidence in 4 out of 5 guided scenarios.
Positive self-talk boosts self-esteem, reduces anxious thoughts, and gives students with ADHD a tool to counter distractions or frustration. Building this skill helps Julian maintain focus and confidence when challenges arise.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Positive Self-Talk
5 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Practice
10 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Scenarios
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Goal Setting
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 2: Positive Self-Talk
Warm-Up Check-In
What Is Positive Self-Talk?
Worksheet Practice
Role-Play Scenarios
Reflection & Goal Setting
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Lesson Plan
Teach Julian the Stop-and-Think problem-solving method by modeling each step, practicing with scenario cards and tokens, and applying it on a worksheet to manage overwhelming situations in 4 out of 5 practice scenarios.
Stop-and-Think helps students with ADHD pause before reacting, organize their thoughts, and choose positive actions. Building this structured strategy supports Julian’s self-regulation, problem-solving, and effective communication of needs.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Stop-and-Think
5 minutes
Step 3
Guided Practice with Tokens
10 minutes
Step 4
Worksheet Application
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Goal Setting
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 3: Stop-and-Think Problem-Solving
Warm-Up Check-In
What Is Stop-and-Think?
Guided Practice with Tokens
Worksheet Application
Reflection & Goal Setting
Lesson Plan
Session 4 Lesson Plan
Teach Julian the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique to help him focus on sensory input when feeling overwhelmed, and have him practice it through a multisensory scavenger hunt and reflection.
Grounding exercises reduce anxiety by shifting attention to the present moment. For students with ADHD, using all five senses can quickly refocus the mind and calm overwhelming feelings.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Grounding Technique
5 minutes
Step 3
Multisensory Scavenger Hunt
10 minutes
Step 4
Practice Grounding
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Goal Setting
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 4: 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding
Warm-Up Check-In
What Is Grounding?
Multisensory Scavenger Hunt
Practice Grounding
Reflection & Goal Setting
Lesson Plan
Session 5 Lesson Plan
Teach Julian to recognize when he needs a break, select a calming activity using Break Cards, and plan and log a brief break with a structured checklist to support calm returns in 4 out of 5 guided scenarios.
Planned breaks help students with ADHD pause before frustration escalates and refocus. A clear break-taking strategy empowers Julian to self-manage overwhelm and re-enter tasks calmly.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Taking a Break
5 minutes
Step 3
Practice Break Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Plan Your Break
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Goal Setting
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 5: Taking a Break
Warm-Up Check-In
What Is Taking a Break?
Practice Break Activity
Plan Your Break
Reflection & Goal Setting
Lesson Plan
Session 6 Lesson Plan
Consolidate Julian’s learned coping strategies into a personalized visual toolkit poster; practice selecting and applying the right strategy for new scenarios; and set future goals for independent use.
Reviewing and organizing skills reinforces memory and builds confidence. A visual coping toolkit supports quick recall for a student with ADHD. Scenario practice and goal setting encourage real-world application and self-advocacy.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Review
5 minutes
Step 2
Strategy Review
5 minutes
Step 3
Create Your Toolkit
10 minutes
Step 4
Practice Strategy Selection
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Future Planning
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Session 6: Your Coping Toolkit
Warm-Up Review
Strategy Review
Create Your Toolkit
Practice Strategy Selection
Reflection & Future Planning
Worksheet
Worksheet
