Lesson Plan

Coping Tools Overview

Introduce the student to a range of evidence-based coping strategies and collaboratively set personalized practice goals to enhance stress management.

Equipping an 8th grader with concrete coping tools fosters self-efficacy, reduces anxiety, and builds long-term resilience in academic and personal contexts.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Welcome & Check-In

5 minutes

Step 2

Coping Strategies Discussion

10 minutes

Step 3

Stress-Buster Toolkit Slide Deck

10 minutes

Step 4

Build Your Toolbox Activity

10 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Affirmation

5 minutes

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Stress-Buster Toolkit

1. Deep Breathing

2. Progressive Muscle Relaxation

3. Guided Visualization

4. Mindfulness Body Scan

5. Journaling

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Journal

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Cool Down

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