Lesson Plan
Stress Management Blueprint
Students will recognize personal stress triggers and apply practical techniques—stress meter check-in, mindful breathing, and reflection—to manage stress and enhance life balance.
Teaching stress management equips 7th graders with lifelong coping skills, improves emotional well-being, and fosters resilience and focus both in school and daily life.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Setup Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Stress Meter Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction: Understanding Stress & Balance
10 minutes
Step 3
Activity: Mindful Breathing Workshop
20 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Reflection Circle
10 minutes
Step 5
Closure: Stress-Management Takeaway
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Balance & Well-Being
Learning Objectives
What Is Stress?
Common 7th Grade Stressors
What Is Life Balance?
Introduction to Mindful Breathing
Deep Belly Breathing
Box Breathing
4-7-8 Breathing
Ready to Practice?

Warm Up


Activity


Cool Down

