Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will identify personal temper triggers and learn to use deep breathing as a calming strategy to manage their emotions in the classroom.
Building self-awareness of triggers and practicing a simple, effective calming technique reduces disruptions, supports emotional regulation, and promotes a respectful learning environment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Lesson Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Feelings Check-In
3 minutes
Step 2
Identify Triggers
4 minutes
Step 3
Teach Deep Breathing
4 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Scenarios
5 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet Completion
3 minutes
Step 6
Cool-Down and Wrap-Up
1 minute
Activity
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will learn two additional calming strategies—slow counting and positive self-talk—and apply all strategies to classroom scenarios to manage their emotions proactively.
Equipping students with multiple coping tools strengthens self-regulation, reduces disruptions, and fosters a supportive classroom climate.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Lesson Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Feelings Check-In and Review
3 minutes
Step 2
Teach Counting Strategy
4 minutes
Step 3
Teach Positive Self-Talk
4 minutes
Step 4
Scenario Role-Plays
6 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet Completion
2 minutes
Step 6
Cool-Down and Wrap-Up
1 minute
Activity
Worksheet
