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Storytelling for Stress Relief

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Lesson Plan

Storytelling for Stress Relief

Enhance relaxation through storytelling

This lesson engages students in storytelling activities to promote relaxation and stress relief. By sharing and listening to stories in pairs or small groups, students will focus on elements of relaxation and humor, providing a mental break and fostering a sense of unity and joy. This activity helps students connect through shared experiences, enhancing their social-emotional skills and creating a supportive classroom environment.

Audience

Grades 9-12

Time

25 minutes

Approach

Enhance relaxation through storytelling

Materials

Discussion Questions, and Printable Story Prompts

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Begin by explaining the purpose of the activity: to use storytelling as a way to relax and connect with each other.
  • Discuss the importance of humor and relaxation in managing stress.
  • Briefly outline the activity structure: sharing stories in pairs or small groups.

Step 2

Storytelling Activity

15 minutes

  • Divide students into pairs or small groups.
  • Distribute the printable story prompts to each group.
  • Instruct students to take turns sharing a story based on the prompts, focusing on humor and relaxation.
  • Encourage active listening and positive feedback among peers.

Step 3

Closure

5 minutes

  • Gather the class back together and invite a few volunteers to share highlights from their storytelling sessions.
  • Facilitate a brief discussion on how storytelling made them feel and its impact on their stress levels.
  • Conclude by emphasizing the value of storytelling as a tool for stress relief and community building.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

Facilitate a discussion to reflect on the storytelling activity and its impact on stress relief.

How did sharing stories with your peers make you feel?

Encourage students to reflect on their emotional responses and any sense of connection they felt.







What role did humor play in your storytelling experience?

Discuss how humor can lighten the mood and contribute to stress relief.







Can you think of other situations where storytelling might be helpful?

Explore different contexts where storytelling can be used as a tool for relaxation and connection.







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Worksheet

Printable Story Prompts

Use these cards to inspire storytelling with elements of humor and relaxation.




Tell a funny story about a time you got lost.







Share a relaxing story about your favorite vacation.







Describe a humorous incident that happened at school.







Talk about a relaxing hobby you enjoy.







Share a funny story about a pet or animal encounter.




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