Lesson Plan
Coping Toolbox Lesson Plan
Students will quickly identify two desk-friendly coping strategies, personalize a mini Coping Toolbox with those skills, and demonstrate understanding through a brief 3-question quiz.
Even in a short time, giving 8th graders simple, at-desk strategies helps them self-regulate stress, stay focused, and build emotional resilience.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Set Up for Speed
2 minutes
Step 1
Quick Intro
1 minute
Step 2
Build Your Toolbox
4 minutes
Step 3
Brief Quiz
3 minutes
Step 4
Rapid Share
2 minutes

Worksheet


Quiz
Desk Coping Skills Quiz

Slide Deck
Coping Toolbox
Learning Objectives
What Is a Coping Skill?
Desk-Friendly Coping Strategies
Build Your Coping Toolbox
Quick Quiz
Reflection & Share
You’re Ready!
