Lesson Plan

Inner Strength Guide

Students will trade and collect self-care strategy cards to build a personalized toolkit of coping skills, collaborating with peers and reflecting on practical applications.

This lesson helps students recognize and practice effective self-care techniques, promotes emotional regulation, and fosters peer support. It equips them with concrete coping tools to manage stress and build resilience.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

3 minutes

Step 2

Warm-Up Discussion

5 minutes

Step 3

Game Play

12 minutes

Step 4

Reflection & Debrief

5 minutes

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Power-Up Strategies

What Is Self-Care?

Why Self-Care Matters

Meet the Self-Care Swap Cards

Game Rules

Trade Discussion Prompts

Reflection & Debrief

Let’s Begin!

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